Jeremiah 48:8

And the spoiler shall come upon every city, and no city shall escape: the valley also shall perish, and the plain shall be destroyed, as the LORD hath spoken.

And the spoiler {H7703} shall come {H935} upon every city {H5892}, and no city {H5892} shall escape {H4422}: the valley {H6010} also shall perish {H6}, and the plain {H4334} shall be destroyed {H8045}, as the LORD {H3068} hath spoken {H559}.

A destroyer will descend on every city, no city will escape. The valley too will perish, the plain will be laid waste, as ADONAI as said.

The destroyer will move against every city, and not one town will escape. The valley will also be ruined, and the high plain will be destroyed, as the LORD has said.

And the destroyer shall come upon every city, and no city shall escape; the valley also shall perish, and the plain shall be destroyed; as Jehovah hath spoken.

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Commentary

Context of Jeremiah 48:8

Jeremiah 48 is a powerful prophetic oracle specifically directed against Moab, a nation east of the Dead Sea, known for its pride, idolatry, and consistent hostility towards Israel. This chapter details the comprehensive judgment that the Lord would bring upon them. Verse 8 describes the inescapable nature of this impending destruction, often understood to be executed by the Babylonian army under Nebuchadnezzar, who served as God's instrument of wrath. The prophecy underscores the sovereignty of God over all nations, even those who oppose His people.

Key Themes and Messages

  • Divine Judgment and Sovereignty: The verse emphatically states "as the LORD hath spoken," highlighting that this devastation is not random but a direct consequence of God's righteous judgment against Moab's arrogance and false worship (Jeremiah 48:29). It demonstrates God's ultimate authority over history and nations.
  • Inescapable Destruction: The phrases "every city," "no city shall escape," "the valley also shall perish," and "the plain shall be destroyed" paint a vivid picture of total and unavoidable ruin. No corner of Moab's territory, whether urban centers or agricultural lands, would be spared from the coming "spoiler." This emphasizes the completeness of divine retribution.
  • Fulfillment of Prophecy: The concluding phrase, "as the LORD hath spoken," serves as a powerful reminder of the certainty and reliability of God's word. What He declares will undoubtedly come to pass, whether it be promises of blessing or warnings of judgment (Isaiah 55:11).

Linguistic Insights

The term "spoiler" in KJV is translated from the Hebrew word shoded (שׁוֹד֡ד), which means "destroyer," "plunderer," or "ravager." This strong word emphasizes the violent and comprehensive nature of the invading force that would lay waste to Moab. The mention of "valley" (biq'ah) and "plain" (mishor) refers to the diverse geographical features of Moab, signifying that the destruction would be absolute, affecting both the lowlands and the more elevated, fertile regions.

Practical Application

Jeremiah 48:8 serves as a timeless reminder of several profound truths:

  • Accountability of Nations: It underscores that nations, like individuals, are accountable to God for their actions, particularly concerning pride, idolatry, and their treatment of others.
  • Consequences of Sin: The verse illustrates that there are real and severe consequences for persistent rebellion against God's standards and for embracing false gods.
  • Trust in God's Word: For believers, it reinforces the unwavering truthfulness and reliability of God's prophecies. Even prophecies of judgment ultimately point to God's justice and His ultimate control over all things, offering a foundation for faith in His promises of salvation and restoration (Romans 15:4).
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Cross-References

  • Jeremiah 6:26

    O daughter of my people, gird [thee] with sackcloth, and wallow thyself in ashes: make thee mourning, [as for] an only son, most bitter lamentation: for the spoiler shall suddenly come upon us.

  • Joshua 13:21

    And all the cities of the plain, and all the kingdom of Sihon king of the Amorites, which reigned in Heshbon, whom Moses smote with the princes of Midian, Evi, and Rekem, and Zur, and Hur, and Reba, [which were] dukes of Sihon, dwelling in the country.

  • Joshua 13:9

    From Aroer, that [is] upon the bank of the river Arnon, and the city that [is] in the midst of the river, and all the plain of Medeba unto Dibon;

  • Joshua 13:17

    Heshbon, and all her cities that [are] in the plain; Dibon, and Bamothbaal, and Bethbaalmeon,

  • Jeremiah 25:9

    Behold, I will send and take all the families of the north, saith the LORD, and Nebuchadrezzar the king of Babylon, my servant, and will bring them against this land, and against the inhabitants thereof, and against all these nations round about, and will utterly destroy them, and make them an astonishment, and an hissing, and perpetual desolations.

  • Ezekiel 25:9

    Therefore, behold, I will open the side of Moab from the cities, from his cities [which are] on his frontiers, the glory of the country, Bethjeshimoth, Baalmeon, and Kiriathaim,

  • Jeremiah 48:18

    Thou daughter that dost inhabit Dibon, come down from [thy] glory, and sit in thirst; for the spoiler of Moab shall come upon thee, [and] he shall destroy thy strong holds.
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