Jeremiah 33:10

¶ Thus saith the LORD; Again there shall be heard in this place, which ye say [shall be] desolate without man and without beast, [even] in the cities of Judah, and in the streets of Jerusalem, that are desolate, without man, and without inhabitant, and without beast,

Thus saith {H559} the LORD {H3068}; Again there shall be heard {H8085} in this place {H4725}, which ye say {H559} shall be desolate {H2720} without man {H120} and without beast {H929}, even in the cities {H5892} of Judah {H3063}, and in the streets {H2351} of Jerusalem {H3389}, that are desolate {H8074}, without man {H120}, and without inhabitant {H3427}, and without beast {H929},

Here is what ADONAI says: "You say that this place is a wasteland, with neither people nor animals in the cities of Y'hudah, and that the streets of Yerushalayim are desolate, without people or animals - no inhabitants. Yet there will again be heard here

This is what the LORD says: In this place you say is a wasteland without man or beast, in the cities of Judah and in the streets of Jerusalem that are deserted—inhabited by neither man nor beast—there will be heard again

Thus saith Jehovah: Yet again there shall be heard in this place, whereof ye say, It is waste, without man and without beast, even in the cities of Judah, and in the streets of Jerusalem, that are desolate, without man and without inhabitant and without beast,

Jeremiah 33:10 serves as a powerful declaration of God's unwavering promise of restoration for Judah and Jerusalem, even in the midst of their impending desolation. It speaks to God's ability to bring life and hope where only emptiness is expected.

Context of Jeremiah 33:10

This verse is part of a significant message of hope delivered to the prophet Jeremiah while he was imprisoned during the siege of Jerusalem by the Babylonians (Jeremiah 33:1). The people of Judah were facing imminent judgment and exile, leading them to believe their land would be permanently "desolate, without man, and without beast." This prophecy directly counters their despair, asserting God's ultimate plan for renewal after the period of judgment, specifically the Babylonian captivity.

Key Themes and Messages

  • Divine Reversal of Fortune: The verse dramatically contrasts the perceived and actual desolation with a future filled with life and activity. It highlights God's power to transform utter emptiness into vibrant habitation.
  • Unwavering Divine Promise: Despite the severity of their sin and the certainty of judgment, God's covenant promises to His people endure. This verse is a testament to His faithfulness to restore, not just punish.
  • Hope Amidst Despair: For a people facing total ruin, this declaration offered a beacon of hope, reminding them that their suffering was not the end of God's story for them. It underscores that even the most dire circumstances can be turned around by divine intervention.

Linguistic Insights

The repeated phrase "desolate, without man, and without inhabitant, and without beast" powerfully emphasizes the extent of the coming destruction. This repetition serves to highlight the seemingly irreversible nature of the judgment from a human perspective, making God's promise of reversal in this and the following verses (Jeremiah 33:11) all the more miraculous and comforting. It paints a vivid picture of the severity of the punishment, only to magnify the glory of the coming restoration.

Related Scriptures

This promise of restoration echoes other prophetic declarations, such as the seventy years of exile followed by return detailed in Jeremiah 29:10. The idea of a land no longer called "desolate" is also found in Isaiah 62:4. These prophecies collectively paint a picture of God's commitment to His people and their land, even after severe discipline, demonstrating His long-term plan for redemption.

Practical Application

Jeremiah 33:10 offers profound encouragement for believers today. It reminds us that even when our circumstances seem utterly bleak, and we feel "desolate" in spirit or situation, God has the power to bring life, hope, and restoration. It reinforces the truth that God's promises are not contingent on our perfect behavior but on His unchanging character and covenant faithfulness. This verse encourages us to look beyond immediate difficulties to God's ultimate plan of renewal, trusting in His ability to turn our desolate places into vibrant ones and to fulfill His good purposes for us, just as He did for Judah and Jerusalem.

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 32:43

    And fields shall be bought in this land, whereof ye say, It [is] desolate without man or beast; it is given into the hand of the Chaldeans.

  • Jeremiah 32:36

    And now therefore thus saith the LORD, the God of Israel, concerning this city, whereof ye say, It shall be delivered into the hand of the king of Babylon by the sword, and by the famine, and by the pestilence;

  • Ezekiel 37:11

    Then he said unto me, Son of man, these bones are the whole house of Israel: behold, they say, Our bones are dried, and our hope is lost: we are cut off for our parts.

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