Jeremiah 49:26

Therefore her young men shall fall in her streets, and all the men of war shall be cut off in that day, saith the LORD of hosts.

Therefore her young men {H970} shall fall {H5307} in her streets {H7339}, and all the men {H582} of war {H4421} shall be cut off {H1826} in that day {H3117}, saith {H5002} the LORD {H3068} of hosts {H6635}.

Therefore her young men will fall in her squares, and all her warriors be silenced on that day," says ADONAI-Tzva'ot.

For her young men will fall in the streets, and all her warriors will be silenced in that day,” declares the LORD of Hosts.

Therefore her young men shall fall in her streets, and all the men of war shall be brought to silence in that day, saith Jehovah of hosts.

Context

Jeremiah 49:26 is part of a series of prophecies delivered by the prophet Jeremiah against various foreign nations surrounding ancient Israel. This specific chapter focuses on the judgment pronounced against the Ammonites, a people descended from Lot (Genesis 19:38) and frequent adversaries of Israel. The prophecy details the utter destruction and desolation that would befall their capital city, Rabbah, and their land. Verses leading up to this one describe Ammon's pride, their trust in their riches, and their encroachment upon Israelite territory. The severity of the judgment reflects God's response to their idolatry, aggression, and arrogance.

Key Themes

  • Divine Judgment: The verse powerfully illustrates God's sovereign right to judge nations for their wickedness. The falling of young men and the cutting off of men of war signify a complete military defeat and demographic devastation, a direct consequence of Ammon's actions and defiance against the Lord.
  • Consequences of Pride and Idolatry: While not explicitly stated in this verse, the broader context of Jeremiah 49 highlights Ammon's pride (Jeremiah 49:4) and trust in their own strength and wealth as reasons for their downfall. This serves as a timeless warning against self-reliance apart from God.
  • The Certainty of Prophecy: The declaration "saith the LORD of hosts" underscores the absolute certainty and divine authority behind this pronouncement. What God declares will come to pass, demonstrating His ultimate control over human history and the destinies of nations.

Linguistic Insights

The phrase "LORD of hosts" (Hebrew: Yahweh Sabaoth) is a significant divine title used frequently in the Old Testament. It emphasizes God's supreme power and authority as the commander of heavenly armies and all creation. In this context, it highlights that the judgment on Ammon is not merely a human conflict but a divine decree, executed by the Almighty God who controls all forces. This title assures the reader that the prophecy's fulfillment is guaranteed by an omnipotent God, as seen in other instances of His power, such as when David faced Goliath, declaring he came in the name of the LORD of hosts, the God of the armies of Israel.

Practical Application

While this verse speaks of a historical judgment on an ancient nation, its principles remain relevant. It reminds us that:

  1. God is Just: There are consequences for arrogance, injustice, and persistent rebellion against divine principles, whether for individuals or nations.
  2. No Human Power is Ultimate: Trusting solely in military might, wealth, or human strength (represented by "young men" and "men of war") is ultimately futile against the sovereign will of God.
  3. Humility is Key: The fate of Ammon serves as a stark reminder that pride precedes destruction, and humility before God is essential for true security and peace. This resonates with the wisdom found in Proverbs 16:18.
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 50:30

    Therefore shall her young men fall in the streets, and all her men of war shall be cut off in that day, saith the LORD.

  • Jeremiah 11:22

    Therefore thus saith the LORD of hosts, Behold, I will punish them: the young men shall die by the sword; their sons and their daughters shall die by famine:

  • Amos 4:10

    I have sent among you the pestilence after the manner of Egypt: your young men have I slain with the sword, and have taken away your horses; and I have made the stink of your camps to come up unto your nostrils: yet have ye not returned unto me, saith the LORD.

  • Ezekiel 27:27

    Thy riches, and thy fairs, thy merchandise, thy mariners, and thy pilots, thy calkers, and the occupiers of thy merchandise, and all thy men of war, that [are] in thee, and in all thy company which [is] in the midst of thee, shall fall into the midst of the seas in the day of thy ruin.

  • Jeremiah 51:3

    Against [him that] bendeth let the archer bend his bow, and against [him that] lifteth himself up in his brigandine: and spare ye not her young men; destroy ye utterly all her host.

  • Jeremiah 51:4

    Thus the slain shall fall in the land of the Chaldeans, and [they that are] thrust through in her streets.

  • Lamentations 2:21

    The young and the old lie on the ground in the streets: my virgins and my young men are fallen by the sword; thou hast slain [them] in the day of thine anger; thou hast killed, [and] not pitied.

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