Jeremiah 25:20

And all the mingled people, and all the kings of the land of Uz, and all the kings of the land of the Philistines, and Ashkelon, and Azzah, and Ekron, and the remnant of Ashdod,

And all the mingled {H6153} people, and all the kings {H4428} of the land {H776} of Uz {H5780}, and all the kings {H4428} of the land {H776} of the Philistines {H6430}, and Ashkelon {H831}, and Azzah {H5804}, and Ekron {H6138}, and the remnant {H7611} of Ashdod {H795},

and foreign; all the kings of the land of 'Utz; all the kings of the land of the P'lishtim, Ashkelon, 'Azah, 'Ekron and those remaining in Ashdod;

all the mixed tribes; all the kings of Uz; all the kings of the Philistines: Ashkelon, Gaza, Ekron, and the remnant of Ashdod;

and all the mingled people, and all the kings of the land of Uz, and all the kings of the Philistines, and Ashkelon, and Gaza, and Ekron, and the remnant of Ashdod;

Context

Jeremiah 25:20 is a specific part of a sweeping prophetic declaration by Jeremiah, often referred to as the "cup of wrath" prophecy (Jeremiah 25:15-29). In this vision, God commands Jeremiah to present a cup filled with His fury to various nations, symbolizing the impending judgment that will fall upon them. This divine judgment is prophesied to be executed through Nebuchadnezzar, king of Babylon, who would act as God's instrument of chastisement. This particular verse lists several distinct peoples and regions west and south of Judah, indicating the widespread nature of God's coming wrath.

Key Themes

  • Universal Divine Judgment: The verse highlights that God's judgment is not limited to Israel but extends to all nations, demonstrating His sovereignty over the entire world. No people group is beyond His ultimate accountability.
  • Fulfillment of Prophecy: This specific listing underscores the meticulous detail of God's prophetic word, assuring that His plans will be carried out with precision, affecting even distant lands and peoples.
  • Consequences of Sin: The inclusion of these nations, many of whom had long histories of idolatry, hostility towards Israel, or general wickedness, serves as a testament to the inevitable consequences of defying God's moral order.

Linguistic Insights

The phrase "mingled people" (Hebrew: עֵרֶב, 'erev) can refer to a mixed multitude, often foreign residents living among a native population, or potentially nomadic Arabian tribes. It suggests a diverse group of non-Israelite peoples who would also face the consequences of their actions alongside the more established kingdoms.

Geographical & Historical Significance

  • Land of Uz: This region is most famously known as the homeland of Job, traditionally located in the northern Arabian desert or possibly near Edom. Its inclusion demonstrates the far reach of Babylon's conquests and God's judgment.
  • Land of the Philistines: This refers to the powerful coastal confederacy southwest of Judah. The named cities – Ashkelon, Azzah (Gaza), Ekron, and the remnant of Ashdod – were prominent Philistine city-states. These cities and their people were long-standing adversaries of Israel, and their inclusion in this prophecy highlights God's justice against those who had historically oppressed His chosen people and practiced idolatry. The mention of a "remnant of Ashdod" might suggest that Ashdod had already suffered significant damage or reduction prior to this ultimate judgment.

Practical Application

Jeremiah's prophecy serves as a powerful reminder that God is the sovereign ruler over all nations and peoples. It underscores that every society and individual is ultimately accountable to Him. While the immediate context was a specific historical judgment through the Babylonian Empire, the underlying principle remains timeless: God's justice will ultimately prevail, and no nation or person is exempt from the consequences of their actions. This encourages believers to trust in God's ultimate control over history and warns against the pride, idolatry, and injustice that characterized these ancient nations, prompting us to walk humbly and justly before Him.

Note: Commentary was generated by an advanced AI, utilizing a prompt that emphasized Biblical fidelity over bias. We've found these insights to be consistently reliable, yet we always encourage prayerful discernment through the Holy Spirit. The Scripture text and cross-references are from verified, non-AI sources.

  • Job 1:1

    ¶ There was a man in the land of Uz, whose name [was] Job; and that man was perfect and upright, and one that feared God, and eschewed evil.

  • Lamentations 4:21

    ¶ Rejoice and be glad, O daughter of Edom, that dwellest in the land of Uz; the cup also shall pass through unto thee: thou shalt be drunken, and shalt make thyself naked.

  • Ezekiel 30:5

    Ethiopia, and Libya, and Lydia, and all the mingled people, and Chub, and the men of the land that is in league, shall fall with them by the sword.

  • Jeremiah 50:37

    A sword [is] upon their horses, and upon their chariots, and upon all the mingled people that [are] in the midst of her; and they shall become as women: a sword [is] upon her treasures; and they shall be robbed.

  • Isaiah 20:1

    ¶ In the year that Tartan came unto Ashdod, (when Sargon the king of Assyria sent him,) and fought against Ashdod, and took it;

  • Jeremiah 47:1

    ¶ The word of the LORD that came to Jeremiah the prophet against the Philistines, before that Pharaoh smote Gaza.

  • Jeremiah 47:7

    How can it be quiet, seeing the LORD hath given it a charge against Ashkelon, and against the sea shore? there hath he appointed it.

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