Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version “But days are coming,” declares the LORD, “when I will punish her idols, and throughout her land the wounded will groan. New Living Translation “Yes,” says the LORD, “but the time is coming when I will destroy Babylon’s idols. The groans of her wounded people will be heard throughout the land. English Standard Version “Therefore, behold, the days are coming, declares the LORD, when I will execute judgment upon her images, and through all her land the wounded shall groan. Berean Standard Bible “Therefore, behold, the days are coming,” declares the LORD, “when I will punish her idols, and throughout her land the wounded will groan. Berean Literal Bible “Therefore, behold, the days are coming,” a declaration of YHWH, “when I will visit punishment on her carved images, and in all her land the wounded will groan. King James Bible Wherefore, behold, the days come, saith the LORD, that I will do judgment upon her graven images: and through all her land the wounded shall groan. New King James Version “Therefore behold, the days are coming,” says the LORD, “That I will bring judgment on her carved images, And throughout all her land the wounded shall groan. New American Standard Bible “Therefore behold, the days are coming,” declares the LORD, “When I will punish her idols, And the mortally wounded will groan throughout her land. NASB 1995 “Therefore behold, the days are coming,” declares the LORD, “When I will punish her idols, And the mortally wounded will groan throughout her land. NASB 1977 “Therefore behold, the days are coming,” declares the LORD, “When I shall punish her idols, And the mortally wounded will groan throughout her land. Legacy Standard Bible “Therefore behold, the days are coming,” declares Yahweh, “When I will punish her graven images, And the mortally wounded will groan throughout her land. Amplified Bible “Therefore behold, the days are coming,” says the LORD, “When I will judge and punish the idols [of Babylon], And throughout her land the mortally wounded will groan.” Berean Annotated Bible “Therefore, behold, the days are coming, declares the LORD {YHWH}, “when I will punish her idols, and throughout her land the wounded will groan. Christian Standard Bible Therefore, look, the days are coming — this is the LORD’s declaration — when I will punish her carved images, and the wounded will groan throughout her land. Holman Christian Standard Bible Therefore, look, the days are coming— this is the LORD’s declaration— when I will punish her carved images, and the wounded will groan throughout her land. American Standard Version Wherefore, behold, the days come, saith Jehovah, that I will execute judgment upon her graven images; and through all her land the wounded shall groan. Contemporary English Version Soon I will send a war to punish Babylon's idols and leave its wounded people moaning everywhere. English Revised Version Wherefore, behold, the days come, saith the LORD, that I will do judgment upon her graven images; and through all her land the wounded shall groan. GOD'S WORD® Translation "That is why the days are coming," declares the LORD, "when I will punish their idols, and those who are wounded will moan everywhere in the land. Good News Translation So then, I say that the time is coming when I will deal with Babylon's idols, and the wounded will groan throughout the country. International Standard Version "Therefore, look, days are coming," declares the LORD, "when I'll punish her idols, and throughout her land the wounded will groan. NET Bible Yes, but the time will certainly come," says the LORD, "when I will punish her idols. Throughout her land the mortally wounded will groan. New Heart English Bible "Therefore look, the days come," says the LORD, "that I will execute judgment on her engraved images; and through all her land the wounded shall groan. Webster's Bible Translation Wherefore, behold, the days come, saith the LORD, that I will do judgment upon her graven images: and through all her land the wounded shall groan. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard Bible“Therefore, behold, the days are coming,” declares the LORD, “when I will punish her idols, and throughout her land the wounded will groan. World English Bible “Therefore behold, the days come,” says Yahweh, “that I will execute judgment on her engraved images; and through all her land the wounded will groan. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionTherefore, behold, days are coming,” "" A declaration of YHWH, "" “And I have seen after her carved images, "" And the wounded groan in all her land. Berean Literal Bible “Therefore, behold, the days are coming,” a declaration of YHWH, “when I will visit punishment on her carved images, and in all her land the wounded will groan. Young's Literal Translation Therefore, lo, days are coming, An affirmation of Jehovah, And I have seen after its graven images, And in all its land groan doth the wounded. Smith's Literal Translation For this, behold, the days coming, says Jehovah, and I reviewed upon her carved images: and in all her land the wounded shall groan. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleTherefore behold the days come, saith the Lord, and I will visit her graven things, and in all her land the wounded shall groan: Catholic Public Domain Version Because of this, behold, the days are approaching, says the Lord, when I will visit against her graven images, and within all her land the wounded will groan. New American Bible Therefore see, the days are coming—oracle of the LORD— when I will punish her idols, and throughout the land the wounded will groan. New Revised Standard Version Therefore the time is surely coming, says the LORD, when I will punish her idols, and through all her land the wounded shall groan. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleTherefore, behold, the days are coming, says the LORD, when I will bring punishment upon Babylon and destruction upon her graven images; and her slain shall fall throughout her land. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated Because of this, behold, days are coming, says LORD JEHOVAH, and I shall pronounce sentence against Babel and against her carved images, and in her entire land her slain shall fall OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Wherefore, behold, the days come, saith the LORD, That I will do judgment upon her graven images; And through all her land the wounded shall groan. Brenton Septuagint Translation Therefore, behold, the days come, saith the Lord, when I will take vengeance upon her graven images: and slain men shall fall in all her land. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Babylon's Punishment…51“We are ashamed because we have heard reproach; disgrace has covered our faces, because foreigners have entered the holy places of the LORD’s house.” 52“Therefore, behold, the days are coming,” declares the LORD, “when I will punish her idols, and throughout her land the wounded will groan. 53Even if Babylon ascends to the heavens and fortifies her lofty stronghold, the destroyers I send will come against her,” declares the LORD.… Cross References “Therefore, behold, the days are coming,” Jeremiah 23:5 Behold, the days are coming, declares the LORD, when I will raise up for David a righteous Branch, and He will reign wisely as King and will administer justice and righteousness in the land. Jeremiah 31:31 Behold, the days are coming, declares the LORD, when I will make a new covenant with the house of Israel and with the house of Judah. Amos 8:11 Behold, the days are coming, declares the Lord GOD, when I will send a famine on the land—not a famine of bread or a thirst for water, but a famine of hearing the words of the LORD. declares the LORD, Zephaniah 1:3 “I will sweep away man and beast; I will sweep away the birds of the air, and the fish of the sea, and the idols with their wicked worshipers. I will cut off mankind from the face of the earth,” declares the LORD. Jeremiah 23:30 “Therefore behold,” declares the LORD, “I am against the prophets who steal from one another words they attribute to Me.” Ezekiel 12:25 because I, the LORD, will speak whatever word I speak, and it will be fulfilled without delay. For in your days, O rebellious house, I will speak a message and bring it to pass, declares the Lord GOD.’” “when I will punish her idols, Isaiah 21:9 Look, here come the riders, horsemen in pairs.” And one answered, saying: “Fallen, fallen is Babylon! All the images of her gods lie shattered on the ground!” Isaiah 46:1-2 Bel crouches; Nebo cowers. Their idols weigh down beasts and cattle. The images you carry are burdensome, a load to the weary animal. / The gods cower; they crouch together, unable to relieve the burden; but they themselves go into captivity. Daniel 5:23 Instead, you have exalted yourself against the Lord of heaven. The vessels from His house were brought to you, and as you drank wine from them with your nobles, wives, and concubines, you praised your gods of silver and gold, bronze and iron, wood and stone, which cannot see or hear or understand. But you have failed to glorify the God who holds in His hand your very breath and all your ways. and throughout her land the wounded will groan. Isaiah 1:5-6 Why do you want more beatings? Why do you keep rebelling? Your head has a massive wound, and your whole heart is afflicted. / From the sole of your foot to the top of your head, there is no soundness—only wounds and welts and festering sores neither cleansed nor bandaged nor soothed with oil. Ezekiel 9:4 “Go throughout the city of Jerusalem,” said the LORD, “and put a mark on the foreheads of the men sighing and groaning over all the abominations committed there.” Hosea 4:3 Therefore the land mourns, and all who dwell in it will waste away with the beasts of the field and the birds of the air; even the fish of the sea disappear. Revelation 18:6-8 Give back to her as she has done to others; pay her back double for what she has done; mix her a double portion in her own cup. / As much as she has glorified herself and lived in luxury, give her the same measure of torment and grief. In her heart she says, ‘I sit as queen; I am not a widow and will never see grief.’ / Therefore her plagues will come in one day—death and grief and famine—and she will be consumed by fire, for mighty is the Lord God who judges her.” Isaiah 13:19-22 And Babylon, the jewel of the kingdoms, the glory of the pride of the Chaldeans, will be overthrown by God like Sodom and Gomorrah. / She will never be inhabited or settled from generation to generation; no nomad will pitch his tent there, no shepherd will rest his flock there. / But desert creatures will lie down there, and howling creatures will fill her houses. Ostriches will dwell there, and wild goats will leap about. … Revelation 18:2 And he cried out in a mighty voice: “Fallen, fallen is Babylon the great! She has become a lair for demons and a haunt for every unclean spirit, every unclean bird, and every detestable beast. Isaiah 47:1-3 “Go down and sit in the dust, O Virgin Daughter of Babylon. Sit on the ground without a throne, O Daughter of the Chaldeans! For you will no longer be called tender or delicate. / Take millstones and grind flour; remove your veil; strip off your skirt, bare your thigh, and wade through the streams. / Your nakedness will be uncovered and your shame will be exposed. I will take vengeance; I will spare no one.” Treasury of Scripture Why, behold, the days come, said the LORD, that I will do judgment on her graven images: and through all her land the wounded shall groan. that I Jeremiah 51:47 Therefore, behold, the days come, that I will do judgment upon the graven images of Babylon: and her whole land shall be confounded, and all her slain shall fall in the midst of her. Jeremiah 50:38 A drought is upon her waters; and they shall be dried up: for it is the land of graven images, and they are mad upon their idols. the wounded Isaiah 13:15,16 Every one that is found shall be thrust through; and every one that is joined unto them shall fall by the sword… Ezekiel 30:24 And I will strengthen the arms of the king of Babylon, and put my sword in his hand: but I will break Pharaoh's arms, and he shall groan before him with the groanings of a deadly wounded man. Daniel 5:30,31 In that night was Belshazzar the king of the Chaldeans slain… Jump to Previous Crying Declares Engraved Execute Graven Groan Idols Images Judgment Mortally Pain Punish Punishment Reason Throughout Wherefore WoundedJump to Next Crying Declares Engraved Execute Graven Groan Idols Images Judgment Mortally Pain Punish Punishment Reason Throughout Wherefore WoundedJeremiah 51 1. The severe judgment of God against Babylon, in revenge of Israel59. Jeremiah delivers the book of this prophecy to Seraiah, to be cast into Euphrates, 64. in token of the perpetual sinking of Babylon Therefore, behold, the days are coming, This phrase is a prophetic announcement, often used by the prophets to signal a future event determined by God. It indicates certainty and divine timing. The phrase is common in prophetic literature, emphasizing God's control over history and His ability to bring about His purposes. It echoes similar declarations in other prophetic books, such as Isaiah and Ezekiel, where God announces forthcoming judgment or restoration. declares the LORD, when I will punish her idols, and throughout her land the wounded will groan. Persons / Places / Events 1. JeremiahA major prophet in the Old Testament, Jeremiah is known for his prophecies concerning the judgment and restoration of Israel and other nations. He is the author of the Book of Jeremiah. 2. Babylon The empire that conquered Judah and Jerusalem, Babylon is often depicted as a symbol of pride and idolatry in the Bible. Jeremiah 51 is part of a prophecy against Babylon. 3. The LORD (Yahweh) The covenant God of Israel, who declares judgment against Babylon for its idolatry and oppression. 4. Idols Objects of worship that are not the true God. In this context, they represent the false gods of Babylon, which the LORD promises to punish. 5. The Wounded Refers to those who suffer as a result of Babylon's fall, symbolizing the consequences of idolatry and rebellion against God. Teaching Points God's Sovereignty Over NationsGod is in control of all nations and their destinies. His judgment on Babylon serves as a reminder that no empire or power is beyond His reach. The Futility of Idolatry Idolatry leads to destruction. Just as God promised to punish the idols of Babylon, He calls us to turn away from anything that takes His rightful place in our lives. The Certainty of God's Promises God's declarations are sure and will come to pass. We can trust in His word and His timing, even when it seems delayed. The Consequences of Sin Sin has real consequences, both for individuals and nations. The groaning of the wounded in Babylon is a vivid picture of the pain that results from turning away from God. Hope in God's Justice While judgment is severe, it is also a source of hope for the oppressed. God's justice ensures that evil will not prevail forever. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Jeremiah 51:52?2. How does Jeremiah 51:52 demonstrate God's justice against Babylon's idolatry? 3. What does "wounded will groan" reveal about God's response to sin? 4. How can we apply God's promise of justice in Jeremiah 51:52 today? 5. How does Jeremiah 51:52 connect with God's judgment in Revelation? 6. What lessons from Jeremiah 51:52 can guide our response to modern idolatry? 7. How does Jeremiah 51:52 reflect God's judgment on nations? 8. What historical events align with the prophecy in Jeremiah 51:52? 9. How does Jeremiah 51:52 demonstrate God's sovereignty over empires? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Jeremiah 51? 11. What was the cause of Jeremiah's death? 12. In Jeremiah 9:14, the people follow Baal--how does this align historically with evidence of idol worship in that era? 13. Jeremiah 14:22: Is attributing rainfall solely to divine intervention consistent with modern scientific understanding of meteorology? 14. Who were the believers in the Old Testament? What Does Jeremiah 51:52 Mean Therefore, behold, the days are coming• God sets a definite date on His calendar (Jeremiah 30:3; 31:31; Amos 4:2). • “Behold” invites the listener to look ahead with certainty—judgment is not hypothetical. • Even when wickedness seems entrenched, the Lord reserves the right and the power to intervene. • Hope for the faithful: just as He kept past promises, He will keep this one. declares the LORD • The phrase guarantees absolute authority (Jeremiah 1:8; 46:18). • Not a prophet’s opinion, but the covenant-keeping God speaking. • His declarations never fail (Numbers 23:19; Isaiah 55:11). when I will punish her idols • Targets Babylon’s false gods (Jeremiah 50:2; 51:47; Isaiah 46:1). • The true God exposes powerless statues (1 Samuel 5:2-4; Exodus 12:12). • Idolatry is never merely “neutral”; it invites divine wrath (Romans 1:23-25; 1 Corinthians 10:19-22). • Practical takeaway: eliminate modern idols—anything that steals the loyalty due Christ alone. and throughout her land the wounded will groan • Judgment reaches every corner (Jeremiah 51:4, 54; Revelation 18:2, 8). • Groaning signals real human cost; sin always leaves casualties (Proverbs 13:15). • The scene mirrors future ultimate judgment on all rebellion (2 Thessalonians 1:7-9). • Urgency for believers: proclaim the gospel now, while healing is available through Christ. summary God promises a specific day when He Himself will step in, topple every idol, and leave unrepentant Babylon groaning under deserved judgment. His authoritative word guarantees the event, proving again that idols cannot protect their worshipers. For the faithful, this text fuels hope in God’s justice and stirs holiness—casting down our own idols and urging others to flee to the only Savior before that appointed day arrives. Hebrew “Therefore,לָכֵ֞ן (lā·ḵên) Adverb Strong's 3651: So -- thus behold, הִנֵּֽה־ (hin·nêh-) Interjection Strong's 2009: Lo! behold! the days יָמִ֤ים (yā·mîm) Noun - masculine plural Strong's 3117: A day are coming,” בָּאִים֙ (bā·’îm) Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine plural Strong's 935: To come in, come, go in, go declares נְאֻם־ (nə·’um-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 5002: An oracle the LORD, יְהוָ֔ה (Yah·weh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel “when I will punish וּפָקַדְתִּ֖י (ū·p̄ā·qaḏ·tî) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - first person common singular Strong's 6485: To visit, to oversee, muster, charge, care for, miss, deposit her idols, פְּסִילֶ֑יהָ (pə·sî·le·hā) Noun - masculine plural construct | third person feminine singular Strong's 6456: An idol, image and throughout וּבְכָל־ (ū·ḇə·ḵāl) Conjunctive waw, Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every her land אַרְצָ֖הּ (’ar·ṣāh) Noun - feminine singular construct | third person feminine singular Strong's 776: Earth, land the wounded חָלָֽל׃ (ḥā·lāl) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 2491: Pierced, polluted will groan. יֶאֱנֹ֥ק (ye·’ĕ·nōq) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 602: To cry, groan Links Jeremiah 51:52 NIVJeremiah 51:52 NLT Jeremiah 51:52 ESV Jeremiah 51:52 NASB Jeremiah 51:52 KJV Jeremiah 51:52 BibleApps.com Jeremiah 51:52 Biblia Paralela Jeremiah 51:52 Chinese Bible Jeremiah 51:52 French Bible Jeremiah 51:52 Catholic Bible OT Prophets: Jeremiah 51:52 Therefore behold the days come says Yahweh (Jer.) |
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