This is the word that the LORD spoke through Jeremiah the prophet concerning Babylon and the land of the Chaldeans: This is the wordThe phrase "This is the word" signifies a divine message or revelation. In Hebrew, the term "word" is "dabar," which implies not just a spoken word but a matter or thing decreed by God. It emphasizes the authority and certainty of the message that follows. In the biblical context, when God speaks, it is not merely informative but transformative, carrying the power to bring about what is declared. that the LORD spoke
"The LORD" here is the covenant name of God, "Yahweh," which underscores His eternal, self-existent nature and His faithfulness to His promises. The act of speaking by the LORD indicates divine initiative and communication. It is a reminder that God is not silent but actively involved in the affairs of nations and individuals, guiding history according to His sovereign will. concerning Babylon
Babylon, in the Hebrew "Babel," is historically and symbolically significant. It was a major empire known for its wealth, power, and idolatry. In the biblical narrative, Babylon often represents human pride and opposition to God. The mention of Babylon here sets the stage for a prophecy of judgment, reflecting God's justice against nations that defy His authority. the land of the Chaldeans
The "Chaldeans" were a Semitic people who became the ruling class in Babylon. This phrase highlights the specific geographical and ethnic context of the prophecy. Historically, the Chaldeans were known for their advancements in astronomy and astrology, which often led them away from the worship of the true God. The mention of their land indicates that the judgment is not just on the city of Babylon but on the entire region and its people. through Jeremiah the prophet
Jeremiah, whose name means "Yahweh exalts," was called by God to be a prophet during a tumultuous period in Judah's history. His role as a prophet was to be a mouthpiece for God, delivering messages of warning, judgment, and hope. The phrase "through Jeremiah" emphasizes the human instrumentality in divine revelation. It reminds us that God chooses and uses individuals to accomplish His purposes, and that His messages often come through His appointed servants. Persons / Places / Events 1. The LORDThe covenant God of Israel, who speaks through His prophets to deliver His messages to nations and peoples. 2. BabylonA powerful empire known for its wealth and military might, which played a significant role in the history of Israel and Judah, particularly in the exile of the Jewish people. 3. The ChaldeansA people who were part of the Babylonian Empire, often used interchangeably with Babylon in the Scriptures, known for their influence and power. 4. JeremiahA major prophet in the Old Testament, called by God to deliver messages of warning and hope to Judah and the surrounding nations. 5. The Word of the LORDThe divine message given to Jeremiah, emphasizing the authority and truth of the prophecy concerning Babylon. Teaching Points God's Sovereignty Over NationsGod is in control of all nations and empires, and His purposes will prevail despite human power and pride. The Role of ProphetsProphets are God's messengers, tasked with delivering His word, whether it is a message of judgment or hope. The Consequences of Pride and IdolatryBabylon's downfall serves as a warning against pride and idolatry, reminding us to remain humble and faithful to God. The Certainty of God's WordGod's word is sure and will come to pass. We can trust in His promises and warnings. Hope in God's JusticeEven in judgment, there is hope, as God's justice ultimately leads to the restoration of His people. Bible Study Questions 1. How does the prophecy against Babylon in Jeremiah 50:1 demonstrate God's sovereignty over nations, and how can this understanding impact our view of current world events? 2. In what ways does the role of Jeremiah as a prophet challenge us to listen to and heed God's word in our own lives? 3. How can the downfall of Babylon serve as a warning against pride and idolatry in our personal lives and communities? 4. What are some ways we can trust in the certainty of God's word, especially when facing difficult circumstances? 5. How does the theme of God's justice in Jeremiah 50:1 provide hope for believers today, and how can we apply this hope in our daily lives? Connections to Other Scriptures Isaiah 13This chapter also contains a prophecy against Babylon, highlighting the theme of God's judgment against nations that oppose His will. Revelation 18The fall of Babylon is echoed in the New Testament, symbolizing the ultimate defeat of worldly powers opposed to God. Daniel 5The fall of Babylon is historically recounted, showing the fulfillment of prophetic words against the empire. People Babylonians, Jeremiah, Nebuchadnezzar, NebuchadrezzarPlaces Assyria, Babylon, Bashan, Carmel, Chaldea, Gilead, Gomorrah, Jordan River, Merathaim, Pekod, Sodom, ZionTopics Babylon, Babylonians, Chaldaeans, Chaldeans, Chalde'ans, Jeremiah, Prophet, Spake, Spoke, SpokenDictionary of Bible Themes Jeremiah 50:1 7773 prophets, role Jeremiah 50:1-2 5211 art
8739 evil, examples of Jeremiah 50:1-10 4215 Babylon Library The Kinsman-Redeemer
'Their Redeemer is strong; the Lord of Hosts is His name: He shall thoroughly plead their cause.'--JER. l. 34. Among the remarkable provisions of the Mosaic law there were some very peculiar ones affecting the next-of-kin. The nearest living blood relation to a man had certain obligations and offices to discharge, under certain contingencies, in respect of which he received a special name; which is sometimes translated in the Old Testament 'Redeemer,' and sometimes 'Avenger' of blood. What the etymological …
Alexander Maclaren—Expositions of Holy ScriptureCovenanting Predicted in Prophecy.
The fact of Covenanting, under the Old Testament dispensations, being approved of God, gives a proof that it was proper then, which is accompanied by the voice of prophecy, affording evidence that even in periods then future it should no less be proper. The argument for the service that is afforded by prophecy is peculiar, and, though corresponding with evidence from other sources, is independent. Because that God willed to make known truth through his servants the prophets, we should receive it …
John Cunningham—The Ordinance of Covenanting Moses' Prayer to be Blotted Out of God's Book.
"And Moses returned unto the Lord and said. Oh! this people have sinned a great sin, and have made them gods of gold. Yet now, if thou--wilt, forgive their sin; and if not, blot me, I pray they, out of thy book which than hast written." In the preceding discourse we endeavored to show that the idea of being willing to be damned for the glory of God is not found in the text--that the sentiment is erroneous and absurd--then adduced the constructions which have been put on the text by sundry expositors, …
Andrew Lee et al—Sermons on Various Important Subjects Covenanting Confers Obligation.
As it has been shown that all duty, and that alone, ought to be vowed to God in covenant, it is manifest that what is lawfully engaged to in swearing by the name of God is enjoined in the moral law, and, because of the authority of that law, ought to be performed as a duty. But it is now to be proved that what is promised to God by vow or oath, ought to be performed also because of the act of Covenanting. The performance of that exercise is commanded, and the same law which enjoins that the duties …
John Cunningham—The Ordinance of Covenanting The Old Testament Canon from Its Beginning to Its Close.
The first important part of the Old Testament put together as a whole was the Pentateuch, or rather, the five books of Moses and Joshua. This was preceded by smaller documents, which one or more redactors embodied in it. The earliest things committed to writing were probably the ten words proceeding from Moses himself, afterwards enlarged into the ten commandments which exist at present in two recensions (Exod. xx., Deut. v.) It is true that we have the oldest form of the decalogue from the Jehovist …
Samuel Davidson—The Canon of the Bible "If So be that the Spirit of God Dwell in You. Now if any Man have not the Spirit of Christ, He is None of His. "
Rom. viii. 9.--"If so be that the Spirit of God dwell in you. Now if any man have not the Spirit of Christ, he is none of his." "But will God in very deed dwell with men on the earth?" 2 Chron. vi. 18. It was the wonder of one of the wisest of men, and indeed, considering his infinite highness above the height of heavens, his immense and incomprehensible greatness, that the heaven of heavens cannot contain him, and then the baseness, emptiness, and worthlessness of man, it may be a wonder to the …
Hugh Binning—The Works of the Rev. Hugh Binning Scriptures Showing the Sin and Danger of Joining with Wicked and Ungodly Men.
Scriptures Showing The Sin And Danger Of Joining With Wicked And Ungodly Men. When the Lord is punishing such a people against whom he hath a controversy, and a notable controversy, every one that is found shall be thrust through: and every one joined with them shall fall, Isa. xiii. 15. They partake in their judgment, not only because in a common calamity all shares, (as in Ezek. xxi. 3.) but chiefly because joined with and partakers with these whom God is pursuing; even as the strangers that join …
Hugh Binning—The Works of the Rev. Hugh Binning Being Made Archbishop of Armagh, He Suffers Many Troubles. Peace Being Made, from Being Archbishop of Armagh He Becomes Bishop of Down.
[Sidenote: 1129] 19. (12). Meanwhile[365] it happened that Archbishop Cellach[366] fell sick: he it was who ordained Malachy deacon, presbyter and bishop: and knowing that he was dying he made a sort of testament[367] to the effect that Malachy ought to succeed him,[368] because none seemed worthier to be bishop of the first see. This he gave in charge to those who were present, this he commanded to the absent, this to the two kings of Munster[369] and to the magnates of the land he specially enjoined …
H. J. Lawlor—St. Bernard of Clairvaux's Life of St. Malachy of Armagh The Godly are in Some Sense Already Blessed
I proceed now to the second aphorism or conclusion, that the godly are in some sense already blessed. The saints are blessed not only when they are apprehended by God, but while they are travellers to glory. They are blessed before they are crowned. This seems a paradox to flesh and blood. What, reproached and maligned, yet blessed! A man that looks upon the children of God with a carnal eye and sees how they are afflicted, and like the ship in the gospel which was covered with waves' (Matthew 8:24), …
Thomas Watson—The Beatitudes: An Exposition of Matthew 5:1-12 Saved by Grace;
OR, A DISCOURSE OF THE GRACE OF GOD: SHOWING-- I. WHAT IT IS TO BE SAVED. II. WHAT IT IS TO BE SAVED BY GRACE. III. WHO THEY AEE THAT ABE SAVED BY GRACE. IV. HOW IT APPEARS THAT THEY ARE SAVED BY GRACE. V. WHAT SHOULD BE THE REASON THAT GOD SHOULD CHOOSE TO SAVE SINNERS BY GRACE RATHER THAN BY ANY OTHER MEANS. ADVERTISEMENT BY THE EDITOR. THIS admirable Treatise upon the most important of all subjects, that of the soul's salvation, was first published in a pocket volume, in the year 1675. This has …
John Bunyan—The Works of John Bunyan Volumes 1-3 Covenanting Performed in Former Ages with Approbation from Above.
That the Lord gave special token of his approbation of the exercise of Covenanting, it belongs to this place to show. His approval of the duty was seen when he unfolded the promises of the Everlasting Covenant to his people, while they endeavoured to perform it; and his approval thereof is continually seen in his fulfilment to them of these promises. The special manifestations of his regard, made to them while attending to the service before him, belonged to one or other, or both, of those exhibitions …
John Cunningham—The Ordinance of Covenanting Jeremiah
The interest of the book of Jeremiah is unique. On the one hand, it is our most reliable and elaborate source for the long period of history which it covers; on the other, it presents us with prophecy in its most intensely human phase, manifesting itself through a strangely attractive personality that was subject to like doubts and passions with ourselves. At his call, in 626 B.C., he was young and inexperienced, i. 6, so that he cannot have been born earlier than 650. The political and religious …
John Edgar McFadyen—Introduction to the Old Testament Links Jeremiah 50:1 NIVJeremiah 50:1 NLTJeremiah 50:1 ESVJeremiah 50:1 NASBJeremiah 50:1 KJV
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