Jeremiah 27:5

I have made the earth, the man and the beast that [are] upon the ground, by my great power and by my outstretched arm, and have given it unto whom it seemed meet unto me.

I have made {H6213} the earth {H776}, the man {H120} and the beast {H929} that are upon {H6440} the ground {H776}, by my great {H1419} power {H3581} and by my outstretched {H5186} arm {H2220}, and have given {H5414} it unto whom it seemed {H5869} meet {H3474} unto me.

"'"I made the earth, humankind, and the animals on the earth by my great power and my outstretched arm; and I give it to whom it seems right to me.

By My great power and outstretched arm, I made the earth and the men and beasts on the face of it, and I give it to whom I please.

I have made the earth, the men and the beasts that are upon the face of the earth, by my great power and by my outstretched arm; and I give it unto whom it seemeth right unto me.

Jeremiah 27:5 is a powerful declaration of God's absolute sovereignty, delivered by the prophet Jeremiah during a tumultuous period for the kingdom of Judah. This verse underscores that God is not only the Creator of all things but also the ultimate Dispenser of power and authority among nations.

Context of Jeremiah 27:5

This verse is part of a prophetic message given by Jeremiah to King Zedekiah and the surrounding nations, urging them to submit to the yoke of Nebuchadnezzar, King of Babylon. Judah and its neighbors were contemplating rebellion against Babylonian rule, but Jeremiah, speaking on behalf of the Lord, declared that resistance was futile and against God's will. God had ordained Babylon's temporary supremacy as an instrument of His judgment and purpose. The message highlights that even a pagan king like Nebuchadnezzar was serving God's divine plan, demonstrating God's control over world empires and their leaders. For more on this period, consider Jeremiah 25:9.

Key Themes and Messages

  • Divine Sovereignty and Creation: The verse opens with God's irrefutable claim: "I have made the earth, the man and the beast... by my great power and by my outstretched arm." This foundational statement asserts God's role as the sole and supreme Creator, emphasizing His limitless power over all existence. It echoes the very first declaration of God's power in Genesis 1:1.
  • God's Authority Over Nations: Beyond creation, God explicitly states, "and have given it unto whom it seemed meet unto me." This reveals God's prerogative to establish and depose rulers and nations according to His divine will. No earthly power or kingdom exists outside His ultimate authority. This theme is also powerfully articulated in Daniel 2:21, where Daniel states God "removeth kings, and setteth up kings."
  • Purposeful Providence: The message implies that God's actions, even those that bring hardship or political upheaval, are not arbitrary but purposeful. The seemingly chaotic events of world history are under His sovereign control, working out His ultimate plan.

Linguistic Insight

The phrase "outstretched arm" (Hebrew: zeroa' netuyah) is a recurring biblical idiom. While often associated with God's mighty acts of deliverance, such as bringing Israel out of Egypt (as seen in Exodus 6:6), here it signifies His irresistible power in establishing and controlling nations. It underscores that His authority is not merely conceptual but actively demonstrated through powerful intervention in human affairs. The phrase "seemed meet unto me" highlights God's absolute discretion and wisdom in His decisions, independent of human understanding or preference.

Practical Application

Jeremiah 27:5 offers profound comfort and challenge for believers today:

  • Trust in God's Control: In times of political instability or global unrest, this verse reminds us that God is still on the throne. He is not surprised by events but orchestrates them according to His divine purpose. This can bring peace amidst chaos, knowing that all things work together for good for those who love Him.
  • Humility and Submission: It calls for humility before God's ultimate authority. Whether we are leaders or citizens, our plans and endeavors are ultimately subject to His sovereign will.
  • Perspective on World Events: We are encouraged to view current events through the lens of God's overarching plan, rather than solely through human politics or ideologies. God is actively involved in the affairs of mankind, setting up and pulling down nations as He sees fit.
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.

  • Jeremiah 51:15

    He hath made the earth by his power, he hath established the world by his wisdom, and hath stretched out the heaven by his understanding.

  • Psalms 115:15

    Ye [are] blessed of the LORD which made heaven and earth.

  • Psalms 115:16

    The heaven, [even] the heavens, [are] the LORD'S: but the earth hath he given to the children of men.

  • Jeremiah 32:17

    Ah Lord GOD! behold, thou hast made the heaven and the earth by thy great power and stretched out arm, [and] there is nothing too hard for thee:

  • Hebrews 1:10

    And, Thou, Lord, in the beginning hast laid the foundation of the earth; and the heavens are the works of thine hands:

  • Hebrews 1:11

    They shall perish; but thou remainest; and they all shall wax old as doth a garment;

  • Daniel 4:17

    This matter [is] by the decree of the watchers, and the demand by the word of the holy ones: to the intent that the living may know that the most High ruleth in the kingdom of men, and giveth it to whomsoever he will, and setteth up over it the basest of men.

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