Jeremiah 25:37

Verse

Berean Standard Bible

The peaceful meadows have been silenced because of the LORD’s burning anger.

American Standard Version (1901)

And the peaceable folds are brought to silence because of the fierce anger of Jehovah.

Bible in Basic English

And there is no sound in the fields of peace, because of the burning wrath of the Lord.

Douay-Rheims 1899

And the fields of peace have been silent, because of the fierce anger of the Lord.

Free Bible Version

The peaceful sheepfolds have been ruined because of the Lord's fierce anger.

Geneva Bible 1599

And the best pastures are destroyed because of the wrath and indignation of the Lord.

King James (Authorized) Version

And the peaceable habitations are cut down because of the fierce anger of the LORD.

Translation for Translators

Your peaceful meadows will become a wasteland/desert because I will be extremely angry.

Unlocked Literal Bible

So the peaceful pastures will be devastated because of Yahweh's fierce anger.

Noah Webster Bible

And the peaceable habitations are cut down, because of the fierce anger of the LORD.

World English Bible

The peaceful folds are brought to silence because of the fierce anger of Yahweh.

Young's Literal Translation

And the peaceable habitations have been cut down, Because of the fierceness of the anger of Jehovah.

Context

The Cry of the Shepherds

³⁶Hear the cry of the shepherds, the wailing of the leaders of the flock, for the LORD is destroying their pasture. ³⁷The peaceful meadows have been silenced because of the LORD’s burning anger. ³⁸He has left His den like a lion, for their land has been made a desolation by the sword of the oppressor, and because of the fierce anger of the LORD.

Summary

This verse describes the devastation and desolation that will come upon the land as a result of God's judgment. The imagery of the peaceful shepherds being silenced and the roaring of the young lions symbolizes the destruction that will sweep through the once flourishing pastures. It serves as a warning of the consequences of disobedience and the importance of heeding God's commands to avoid such calamity. Ultimately, it highlights the sovereignty and justice of God, who punishes sin but also offers the opportunity for repentance and restoration.

Commentary

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
John Gill
Tyndale

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary

habitations--rather, carrying out the image "pastures" (see on Jer 25:30). The pasturages where, peaceably and without incursion of wild beasts, the flocks have fed, shall be destroyed; that is, the regions where, heretofore, there was peace and security (alluding to the name Salem, or Jerusalem, "possessing peace").

John Gill Bible Commentary

He hath forsaken his covert as a lion,.... Which some understand of God leaving Jerusalem, or the temple, where he dwelt; who, while he made it his residence, protected it; but when he forsook it, it became exposed to the enemy. Kimchi says it may be understood of the destruction of the first temple by Nebuchadnezzar; but he thinks it is most correct to interpret it of the destruction of the second temple; that is, by the Romans, when it was left desolate by Christ, the Lion of the tribe of Judah. But it may be understood of Nebuchadnezzar leaving Babylon, his den, and ranging about like a lion for his prey; see Jer 4:7. So the Targum, "and a king has removed from his tower or fortress;'' and the land is desolate; the land of Judea, or whatsoever country he comes into with his army; that, or Egypt, or any other: because of the fierceness of the oppressor; the tyrant Nebuchadnezzar; or "oppressing sword" (w), as some supply it, it being feminine; and so the Targum, "from before the sword of the enemy.'' Some render it, "because of the fierceness of the dove"; so the Vulgate Latin; and understand it of the Babylonians or Chaldeans; who, as the Romans had an eagle, they had the dove on their standards or ensigns; which they received from the Assyrians, when they succeeded them in their monarchy; and those from Semiramis their first queen, who had it, it is said, on her standard (x); and was retained in honour of her, and in memory of her being nourished by a dove, and turned into one after her death, as commonly believed (y); and who had her name, as is affirmed (z), from the word "semira", signifying, in the Chaldee language, the song or cooing of the dove; but fierceness ill agrees with the dove, which is a meek and harmless creature; and because of his fierce anger; either of God, or of the king of Babylon his instrument, in destroying nations; not Judea only, but many others. (w) "gladii opprimentis", Junius & Tremellius; "gladii abripientis", Piscator. So Gataker and Ben Melech. (x) R. David Gantz, Tzemach David, par. 2. fol. 4. 1. Vid. Lydium, de Re Militare, l. 3. c. 7. p. 83, 84. (y) Vid. Diodor. Sicul l. 2. p. 92, 107. Ed. Rhodoman. (z) R. Azarias, Meor, Enayim, c. 21. fol. 89. 2. Vid Selden, De Dieu, Syris, l. 2. c. 3. p. 275. Next: Jeremiah Chapter 26

Jeremiah 25:37

The Cry of the Shepherds

Scripture
Sermons
Commentary

Berean Standard Bible

The peaceful meadows have been silenced because of the LORD’s burning anger.

American Standard Version (1901)

And the peaceable folds are brought to silence because of the fierce anger of Jehovah.

Bible in Basic English

And there is no sound in the fields of peace, because of the burning wrath of the Lord.

Douay-Rheims 1899

And the fields of peace have been silent, because of the fierce anger of the Lord.

Free Bible Version

The peaceful sheepfolds have been ruined because of the Lord's fierce anger.

Geneva Bible 1599

And the best pastures are destroyed because of the wrath and indignation of the Lord.

King James (Authorized) Version

And the peaceable habitations are cut down because of the fierce anger of the LORD.

Translation for Translators

Your peaceful meadows will become a wasteland/desert because I will be extremely angry.

Unlocked Literal Bible

So the peaceful pastures will be devastated because of Yahweh's fierce anger.

Noah Webster Bible

And the peaceable habitations are cut down, because of the fierce anger of the LORD.

World English Bible

The peaceful folds are brought to silence because of the fierce anger of Yahweh.

Young's Literal Translation

And the peaceable habitations have been cut down, Because of the fierceness of the anger of Jehovah.

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
John Gill
Tyndale

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary

John Gill Bible Commentary

Jeremiah 25:37

Verse

Context

The Cry of the Shepherds

Summary

Commentary

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary

John Gill Bible Commentary

Tyndale Open Study Notes

Jeremiah 25:37

The Cry of the Shepherds

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary

John Gill Bible Commentary

Tyndale Open Study Notes