Jeremiah 50:14
Jeremiah 50:14 in Multiple Translations
Line up in formation around Babylon, all you who draw the bow! Shoot at her! Spare no arrows! For she has sinned against the LORD.
Put yourselves in array against Babylon round about: all ye that bend the bow, shoot at her, spare no arrows: for she hath sinned against the LORD.
Set yourselves in array against Babylon round about, all ye that bend the bow; shoot at her, spare no arrows: for she hath sinned against Jehovah.
Put your armies in position against Babylon on every side, all you bowmen; let loose your arrows at her, not keeping any back: for she has done evil against the Lord.
All you archers, line up ready for battle around Babylon. Shoot at her! Don't save your arrows, because she has sinned against the Lord.
Put your selues in aray against Babel rounde about: all ye that bende the bowe, shoote at her, spare no arrowes: for shee hath sinned against the Lord.
Set yourselves in array against Babylon round about, All ye treading a bow, Shoot at her, have no pity on the arrow, For against Jehovah she hath sinned.
Set yourselves in array against Babylon all around, all you who bend the bow; shoot at her. Spare no arrows, for she has sinned against the LORD.
Put yourselves in array against Babylon on every side: all ye that bend the bow, shoot at her, spare no arrows: for she hath sinned against the LORD.
Prepare yourselves against Babylon round about, all you that bend the bow: fight against her, spare not arrows: because she hath sinned against the Lord.
All you nations that surround Babylon, prepare to attack it! Tell your archers to shoot at their enemies; shoot all of your arrows at them [LIT], because the people/leaders of Babylon have sinned against me, Yahweh.
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Hebrew Word Reference — Jeremiah 50:14
Study Notes — Jeremiah 50:14
- Context
- Cross References
- Jeremiah 50:14 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Jeremiah 50:14
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Jeremiah 50:14
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Jeremiah 50:14
- Trapp's Commentary on Jeremiah 50:14
- Ellicott's Commentary on Jeremiah 50:14
- Cambridge Bible on Jeremiah 50:14
- Barnes' Notes on Jeremiah 50:14
- Whedon's Commentary on Jeremiah 50:14
- Sermons on Jeremiah 50:14
Context — Babylon’s Fall Is Certain
14Line up in formation around Babylon, all you who draw the bow! Shoot at her! Spare no arrows! For she has sinned against the LORD.
15Raise a war cry against her on every side! She has thrown up her hands in surrender; her towers have fallen; her walls are torn down. Since this is the vengeance of the LORD, take out your vengeance upon her; as she has done, do the same to her. 16Cut off the sower from Babylon, and the one who wields the sickle at harvest time. In the face of the oppressor’s sword, each will turn to his own people, each will flee to his own land.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Jeremiah 50:29 | Summon the archers against Babylon, all who string the bow. Encamp all around her; let no one escape. Repay her according to her deeds; do to her as she has done. For she has defied the LORD, the Holy One of Israel. |
| 2 | Habakkuk 2:17 | For your violence against Lebanon will overwhelm you, and the destruction of animals will terrify you, because of your bloodshed against men and your violence against the land, the city, and all their dwellers. |
| 3 | 1 Samuel 17:20 | So David got up early in the morning, left the flock with a keeper, loaded up, and set out as Jesse had instructed him. He reached the camp as the army was marching out to its position and shouting the battle cry. |
| 4 | Jeremiah 50:42 | They grasp the bow and spear; they are cruel and merciless. Their voice roars like the sea, and they ride upon horses, lined up like men in formation against you, O Daughter of Babylon. |
| 5 | Jeremiah 50:9 | For behold, I stir up and bring against Babylon an assembly of great nations from the land of the north. They will line up against her; from the north she will be captured. Their arrows will be like skilled warriors who do not return empty-handed. |
| 6 | Jeremiah 50:7 | All who found them devoured them, and their enemies said, ‘We are not guilty, for they have sinned against the LORD, their true pasture, the LORD, the hope of their fathers.’ |
| 7 | Habakkuk 2:8 | Because you have plundered many nations, the remnant of the people will plunder you— because of your bloodshed against man and your violence against the land, the city, and all their dwellers. |
| 8 | Isaiah 13:17–18 | Behold, I will stir up against them the Medes, who have no regard for silver and no desire for gold. Their bows will dash young men to pieces; they will have no mercy on the fruit of the womb; they will not look with pity on the children. |
| 9 | 2 Samuel 10:9 | When Joab saw the battle lines before him and behind him, he selected some of the best men of Israel and arrayed them against the Arameans. |
| 10 | Psalms 51:4 | Against You, You only, have I sinned and done what is evil in Your sight, so that You may be proved right when You speak and blameless when You judge. |
Jeremiah 50:14 Summary
In Jeremiah 50:14, God is calling the armies to surround and attack Babylon because of her sin against Him. This is not a call to violence or revenge, but rather a declaration of God's judgment on a nation that has turned away from Him (as seen in Romans 1:18-32). Just like Babylon, we all face the consequences of our sin, but through faith in Jesus Christ, we can receive forgiveness and restoration (John 3:16, Romans 5:8). As we reflect on this verse, let us remember the importance of obedience to God's commands and the seriousness of sin, while also trusting in His love and mercy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is God instructing the armies to attack Babylon in Jeremiah 50:14?
God is instructing the armies to attack Babylon because she has sinned against the Lord, as stated in Jeremiah 50:14, and this is a fulfillment of the prophecy spoken in Isaiah 13:19, where God says He will make Babylon a desolation.
What is the significance of the bow and arrows in this verse?
The bow and arrows represent the military strength and weaponry of the armies surrounding Babylon, and the command to spare no arrows signifies a complete and utter defeat of the city, much like the conquests described in Joshua 10:13 and 2 Samuel 1:18.
Is this verse promoting violence or revenge?
This verse is not promoting violence or revenge, but rather it is a declaration of God's judgment on a nation that has sinned against Him, as seen in Jeremiah 25:12 and Ezekiel 5:13, where God's wrath is poured out on nations that have rebelled against Him.
How does this verse relate to the end times or future events?
While Jeremiah 50:14 specifically addresses the historical context of Babylon, its themes of God's judgment and the consequences of sin are timeless and can be applied to future events, such as those described in Revelation 18:2-3, where a fallen Babylon is also judged by God.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I, like Babylon, may be sinning against the Lord, and how can I repent and turn back to Him?
- How can I balance the concept of God's judgment with His love and mercy, as seen in verses like Jeremiah 50:14 and Psalm 103:8?
- In what ways can I be a part of proclaiming the message of God's judgment and redemption to a world that desperately needs it, as seen in Isaiah 40:9-10 and Matthew 28:18-20?
- What does this verse teach me about the importance of obedience to God's commands and the consequences of disobedience, as seen in Deuteronomy 28:1-2 and Romans 6:16?
Gill's Exposition on Jeremiah 50:14
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Jeremiah 50:14
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Jeremiah 50:14
Trapp's Commentary on Jeremiah 50:14
Ellicott's Commentary on Jeremiah 50:14
Cambridge Bible on Jeremiah 50:14
Barnes' Notes on Jeremiah 50:14
Whedon's Commentary on Jeremiah 50:14
Sermons on Jeremiah 50:14
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Problems Are God's Opportunities by Reuben Walter | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the concept of God's glory and how it doesn't take a long time to understand it. He refers to a victory song sung by David in 2 Samuel, highli |
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(The Word for Today) Isaiah 13:12 - Part 2 by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, Pastor Chuck Smith discusses the impending cataclysmic event that will terrorize the world. He describes the inhumanity of man to man that is often seen in war and |
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The Medes and the Persians by John F. Walvoord | John F. Walvoord delves into the historical rise and fall of the Medes and the Persians, emphasizing their significant background in Biblical history spanning over two hundred year |
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The Rise and Fall of Babylon by John F. Walvoord | John F. Walvoord delves into the early history of Babylon as mentioned in the Bible, tracing its origins from the time of Nimrod to its eventual rise as a center of religious signi |
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Belshazzar's Feast and the Fall of Babylon by John F. Walvoord | John F. Walvoord preaches on the downfall of Belshazzar and the fall of Babylon as prophesied in the book of Daniel. The sermon highlights the divine judgment on the wicked world, |
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Keys to Spiritual Growth - Part 3 by John MacArthur | This sermon emphasizes the importance of spiritual growth in the Christian life, highlighting the ongoing process of maturing in faith. It stresses the need for believers to contin |
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Wash & Be Clean by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes that there is nothing we can do to save ourselves. The only one we can glorify is Jesus. Salvation is not achieved through our own works or e |




