Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Dedan, Tema, Buz and all who are in distant places; New Living Translation I gave it to Dedan, Tema, and Buz, and to the people who live in distant places. English Standard Version Dedan, Tema, Buz, and all who cut the corners of their hair; Berean Standard Bible Dedan, Tema, Buz, and all who cut the corners of their hair; Berean Literal Bible and Dedan, and Tema, and Buz, and all in the cut off corners, King James Bible Dedan, and Tema, and Buz, and all that are in the utmost corners, New King James Version Dedan, Tema, Buz, and all who are in the farthest corners; New American Standard Bible and to Dedan, Tema, Buz, and all who trim the corners of their hair; NASB 1995 and Dedan, Tema, Buz and all who cut the corners of their hair; NASB 1977 and Dedan, Tema, Buz, and all who cut the corners of their hair; Legacy Standard Bible and Dedan, Tema, Buz, and all who cut the corners of their hair, Amplified Bible Dedan, Tema, Buz [the neighboring tribes north of Arabia], and all who clip off the side-growth of their hair; Berean Annotated Bible Dedan (low country), Tema (desert), Buz (contempt), and all who cut the corners of their hair; Christian Standard Bible Dedan, Tema, Buz, and all those who clip the hair on their temples; Holman Christian Standard Bible Dedan, Tema, Buz, and all those who shave their temples; American Standard Version Dedan, and Tema, and Buz, and all that have the corners of their hair cut off; English Revised Version Dedan, and Tema, and Buz, and all that have the corners of their hair polled; GOD'S WORD® Translation Dedan, Tema, Buz, and all who shave the hair on their foreheads; International Standard Version Dedan, Tema, Buz, and those who shave the corners of their beards; NET Bible the people of Dedan, Tema, Buz, all the desert people who cut their hair short at the temples; New Heart English Bible Dedan, and Tema, and Buz, and all who have the corners of their beard cut off; Webster's Bible Translation Dedan, and Tema, and Buz, and all that are in the utmost corners, Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleDedan, Tema, Buz, and all who cut the corners of their hair; World English Bible Dedan, Tema, Buz, and all who have the corners of their beard cut off; Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionDedan, and Tema, and Buz, "" And all cutting the corners [of the beard], Berean Literal Bible and Dedan, and Tema, and Buz, and all in the cut off corners, Young's Literal Translation Dedan, and Tema, and Buz, And all cutting the corners of the beard, Smith's Literal Translation Dedan and Tema, and Buz, and all the cutting off the extremity, Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd Dedan, and Thema, and Buz, and all that have their hair cut round. Catholic Public Domain Version and Dedan, and Tema, and Buz, and all those who have shaved off their hair, New American Bible Dedan and Tema and Buz, all the desert dwellers who shave their temples; New Revised Standard Version Dedan, Tema, Buz, and all who have shaven temples; Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleDeran and Tema and Buz and all of those who cut their beards Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And to Daran and to Timna and to Buuz and to all who cut the beards OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Dedan, and Tema, and Buz, and all that have the corners of their hair polled; Brenton Septuagint Translation and Daedan, and Thaeman, and Ros, and every one that is shaved round about the face, Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Cup of God's Wrath…22all the kings of Tyre and Sidon; the kings of the coastlands across the sea; 23 Dedan, Tema, Buz, and all who cut the corners of their hair; 24all the kings of Arabia, and all the kings of the mixed tribes who dwell in the desert;… Cross References Dedan, Isaiah 21:13 This is the burden against Arabia: In the thickets of Arabia you must lodge, O caravans of Dedanites. Jeremiah 49:8 Turn and run! Lie low, O dwellers of Dedan, for I will bring disaster on Esau at the time I punish him. Ezekiel 27:15 The men of Dedan were your clients; many coastlands were your market; they paid you with ivory tusks and ebony. Tema, Job 6:19 The caravans of Tema look for water; the travelers of Sheba hope to find it. Isaiah 21:14 Bring water for the thirsty, O dwellers of Tema; meet the refugees with food. Genesis 25:15 Hadad, Tema, Jetur, Naphish, and Kedemah. Buz, Job 32:2 This kindled the anger of Elihu son of Barachel the Buzite, of the family of Ram. He burned with anger against Job for justifying himself rather than God, Job 32:6 So Elihu son of Barachel the Buzite declared: “I am young in years, while you are old; that is why I was timid and afraid to tell you what I know. Genesis 22:21 Uz the firstborn, his brother Buz, Kemuel (the father of Aram), and all who cut the corners of their hair Jeremiah 49:32 Their camels will become plunder, and their large herds will be spoil. I will scatter to the wind in every direction those who shave their temples; I will bring calamity on them from all sides,” declares the LORD. Jeremiah 9:26 Egypt, Judah, Edom, Ammon, Moab, and all the inhabitants of the desert who clip the hair of their temples. For all these nations are uncircumcised, and the whole house of Israel is uncircumcised in heart.” Leviticus 19:27 You must not cut off the hair at the sides of your head or clip off the edges of your beard. Ezekiel 25:13 therefore this is what the Lord GOD says: I will stretch out My hand against Edom and cut off from it both man and beast. I will make it a wasteland, and from Teman to Dedan they will fall by the sword. Amos 1:12 So I will send fire upon Teman to consume the citadels of Bozrah.” Obadiah 1:9 Then your mighty men, O Teman, will be terrified, so that everyone in the mountains of Esau will be cut down in the slaughter. 1 Chronicles 1:35-36 The sons of Esau: Eliphaz, Reuel, Jeush, Jalam, and Korah. / The sons of Eliphaz: Teman, Omar, Zepho, Gatam, and Kenaz; and by Timna, Amalek. Treasury of Scripture Dedan, and Tema, and Buz, and all that are in the utmost corners, Dedan. Jeremiah 49:8 Flee ye, turn back, dwell deep, O inhabitants of Dedan; for I will bring the calamity of Esau upon him, the time that I will visit him. Genesis 10:7 And the sons of Cush; Seba, and Havilah, and Sabtah, and Raamah, and Sabtecha: and the sons of Raamah; Sheba, and Dedan. Genesis 22:21 Huz his firstborn, and Buz his brother, and Kemuel the father of Aram, in the utmost corners. Jeremiah 9:1 Oh that my head were waters, and mine eyes a fountain of tears, that I might weep day and night for the slain of the daughter of my people! Jeremiah 26:1 In the beginning of the reign of Jehoiakim the son of Josiah king of Judah came this word from the LORD, saying, Jeremiah 49:32 And their camels shall be a booty, and the multitude of their cattle a spoil: and I will scatter into all winds them that are in the utmost corners; and I will bring their calamity from all sides thereof, saith the LORD. Jump to Previous Beard Buz Corners Cut Cutting Dedan Distant Ends Hair Places Polled Tema UtmostJump to Next Beard Buz Corners Cut Cutting Dedan Distant Ends Hair Places Polled Tema UtmostJeremiah 25 1. Jeremiah, reproving the Jews' disobedience to the prophets,8. foretells the seventy years' captivity; 12. and after that, the destruction of Babylon. 15. Under the type of a cup of wine he foreshows the destruction of all nations. 34. The howling of the shepherds. Dedan Dedan was a region and people located in the northwestern part of the Arabian Peninsula. Historically, Dedan was known for its trade routes and connections with other ancient civilizations. The mention of Dedan in Jeremiah 25:23 highlights its significance as a trading hub. In biblical prophecy, Dedan is often associated with judgment due to its alliances and interactions with nations opposed to Israel. The reference here serves as a reminder of God's sovereignty over all nations, regardless of their economic or political power. Tema Buz and all who cut the corners of their hair Persons / Places / Events 1. DedanA region and people located in the Arabian Peninsula, often associated with trade and commerce. Dedan is mentioned in various biblical texts as a trading partner and sometimes as a recipient of judgment. 2. Tema Another location in the Arabian Peninsula, known for its oasis and as a caravan stop. Tema is often associated with wisdom and is mentioned in the context of judgment and prophecy. 3. Buz A lesser-known region or people, possibly related to the descendants of Nahor, Abraham's brother. Buz is mentioned in the context of judgment, indicating its inclusion in the broader scope of God's message through Jeremiah. 4. All who cut the corners of their hair This phrase refers to a specific cultural or religious practice, possibly indicating a group of people who followed certain pagan rituals. The practice is often associated with idolatry or non-Israelite customs. Teaching Points God's Sovereignty Over NationsThe inclusion of Dedan, Tema, and Buz in Jeremiah's prophecy underscores God's authority over all nations, not just Israel. This reminds us that God's plans and judgments encompass the entire world. Cultural Practices and Idolatry The reference to those who "cut the corners of their hair" serves as a warning against adopting cultural practices that lead away from God. Believers are called to discern and avoid practices that conflict with their faith. The Universality of God's Message Jeremiah's prophecy is a reminder that God's message is universal. It calls us to share the gospel with all people, recognizing that God's love and judgment apply to everyone. The Importance of Repentance The judgment pronounced on these nations serves as a call to repentance. It encourages us to examine our own lives and turn away from practices that separate us from God. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Jeremiah 25:23?2. How does Jeremiah 25:23 emphasize God's judgment on specific nations? 3. What can we learn about God's sovereignty from Jeremiah 25:23? 4. How does Jeremiah 25:23 connect with God's promises in Genesis 12:3? 5. How should Jeremiah 25:23 influence our understanding of divine justice today? 6. How can we apply the lessons of Jeremiah 25:23 in our daily lives? 7. What historical evidence supports the existence of Dedan, Tema, and Buz mentioned in Jeremiah 25:23? 8. How does Jeremiah 25:23 fit into the broader context of God's judgment in the Bible? 9. Why are Dedan, Tema, and Buz specifically mentioned in Jeremiah 25:23? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Jeremiah 25? 11. How does hell appear? 12. Is there historical or archaeological evidence supporting the lineage claim of Ishmael (Genesis 16:10–11)? 13. How does this account align with or contradict the parallel narrative in 2 Kings 25:22-26 regarding Gedaliah's murder? 14. Where is the Land of Uz located? What Does Jeremiah 25:23 Mean Dedan“Dedan” in Jeremiah 25:23 pulls our thoughts to a caravan people descended from Abraham through Keturah (Genesis 25:3). They lived in the northwestern part of the Arabian Peninsula and regularly showed up in trade routes (Ezekiel 27:20). • Even remote merchants are within the reach of God’s cup of wrath (Jeremiah 25:15–17). • Their earlier judgment is echoed in Ezekiel 25:13, confirming that prophecy is consistent and literal. • Isaiah 21:13 pictures weary travelers of Dedan seeking water, reminding us that earthly resources cannot shield from divine justice. Tema Tema, another son of Ishmael (Genesis 25:15), occupied an oasis on the same caravan route. Job’s suffering is compared to caravans of Tema that “look for water and find none” (Job 6:19), underscoring human frailty. • Isaiah 21:14 shows Tema offering bread and water to fugitives, yet kindness alone does not cancel accountability. • Jeremiah lists Tema to stress that God’s judgment sweeps over both bustling cities and solitary desert posts alike. Buz Buz was a nephew of Abraham (Genesis 22:21) and likely fathered a clan east of the Jordan. Elihu is called “the Buzite” (Job 32:2), placing Buz in wisdom literature as well. • The inclusion of a small, seemingly obscure tribe shows that no people group slips through prophetic cracks (Jeremiah 49:28). • Distance, obscurity, or ancestral prestige cannot insulate anyone from the righteous standards revealed in God’s Word. All who cut the corners of their hair This phrase gathers desert clans marked by a distinctive religious haircut, a practice forbidden to Israel (Leviticus 19:27). God singles them out again in Jeremiah 9:26 and 49:32. • The outward sign points to inward idolatry; God addresses both the ritual and the heart behind it. • Pagan identity markers—no matter how culturally cherished—do not override the Creator’s claim on every nation. • When the “cup” reaches them, its contents do not change; holiness requires the same standard for every people (Romans 2:11). summary Jeremiah 25:23 shows that the Lord’s judgment is universal. From the trade centers of Dedan, the oasis of Tema, and the out-of-the-way clan of Buz, to the hair-marked desert nomads, every group must drink the cup. Geography, economy, tradition, or outward appearance offer no refuge. Only submission to the living God—fully revealed in the whole counsel of Scripture—provides safety when His righteous wrath is poured out. (23) Dedan, and Tema, and Buz.--From the west we pass again to the east, the first two districts lying to the south-east of Edom, the last probably in the same region. For Dedan see Genesis 10:7; Genesis 25:3; Genesis 25:2; 1Chronicles 1:9; 1Chronicles 1:32; Isaiah 21:13; Ezekiel 25:13. For Tema, on the modern pilgrims' road from Damascus to Mecca, see Isaiah 21:14; Job 6:19. For Buz see Genesis 22:21. The fact that the "travelling companies of Dedanim" (Isaiah 21:13) carried on the trade between Tyre and Arabia (Ezekiel 27:15) accounts in part for their mention here. . . . Verse 23. - Dedan, and Tema, and Buz. Three tribes of North Arabia, bordering on Edom. The two former are mentioned as commercial peoples in Isaiah 21:13, 14; Ezekiel 27:15, 20; Ezekiel 38:13; Job 6:19. Elihu, Job's youngest friend, was of Bus (Job 32:2). All that are in the utmost corners; rather, all the corner-clipped (see on Jeremiah 9:26).Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Dedan,דְּדָ֤ן (də·ḏān) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 1719: Dedan -- a descendant of Ham, also a descendant of Abraham Tema, תֵּימָא֙ (tê·mā) Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 8485: Tema -- a son of Ishmael, also his descendants and the region settled by them Buz, בּ֔וּז (būz) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 938: Buz -- two Israelites and all כָּל־ (kāl-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every who cut קְצוּצֵ֥י (qə·ṣū·ṣê) Verb - Qal - QalPassParticiple - masculine plural construct Strong's 7112: To chop off the corners [of their hair]; פֵאָֽה׃ (p̄ê·’āh) Noun - feminine singular Strong's 6285: Mouth, direction, region, extremity Links Jeremiah 25:23 NIVJeremiah 25:23 NLT Jeremiah 25:23 ESV Jeremiah 25:23 NASB Jeremiah 25:23 KJV Jeremiah 25:23 BibleApps.com Jeremiah 25:23 Biblia Paralela Jeremiah 25:23 Chinese Bible Jeremiah 25:23 French Bible Jeremiah 25:23 Catholic Bible OT Prophets: Jeremiah 25:23 Dedan and Tema and Buz and all (Jer.) |
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