Jeremiah 48:25
Jeremiah 48:25 in Multiple Translations
The horn of Moab has been cut off, and his arm is broken,” declares the LORD.
The horn of Moab is cut off, and his arm is broken, saith the LORD.
The horn of Moab is cut off, and his arm is broken, saith Jehovah.
The horn of Moab is cut off, and his arm is broken, says the Lord.
Moab's strength is gone; their power has been broken, declares the Lord.
The horne of Moab is cut off, and his arme is broken, saith the Lord.
Cut down hath been the horn of Moab, And his arm hath been broken, An affirmation of Jehovah.
The horn of Moab is cut off, and his arm is broken,” says the LORD.
The horn of Moab is cut off, and his arm is broken, saith the LORD.
The horn of Moab is cut off, and his arm is broken, saith the Lord.
Yahweh says, “The power [MTY] of Moab will be ended; it is as though [MET] Moab will have a broken arm.
Berean Amplified Bible — Jeremiah 48:25
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Jeremiah 48:25 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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נִגְדְּעָה֙
קֶ֣רֶן
מוֹאָ֔ב
וּ/זְרֹע֖/וֹ
נִשְׁבָּ֑רָה
נְאֻ֖ם
יְהוָֽה
נִגְדְּעָה֙
gâdaʻ
H1438
to cut down/off
V-Niphal-Perf-3fs
קֶ֣רֶן
qeren
H7161
horn
N-cs
מוֹאָ֔ב
Môwʼâb
H4124
Moab
N-proper
וּ/זְרֹע֖/וֹ
zᵉrôwaʻ
H2220
arm
Conj | N-cs | Suff
נִשְׁבָּ֑רָה
shâbar
H7665
to break
V-Niphal-Perf-3fs
נְאֻ֖ם
nᵉʼum
H5002
utterance
N-ms
יְהוָֽה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Jeremiah 48:25
נִגְדְּעָה֙
gâdaʻ
H1438
"to cut down/off"
V-Niphal-Perf-3fs
This Hebrew word means to cut down or destroy something, like a tree. It is used in various forms throughout the Bible.
Definition: 1) to cut, hew, chop, cut down, hew down, hew off, cut off, cut in two, shave off 1a) (Qal) to hew, chop in two 1b) (Niphal) to be chopped off, be hewn off 1c) (Piel) to cut off or down in two, hew off or down in two 1d) (Pual) to chop down, hew down
Usage: Occurs in 22 OT verses. KJV: cut (asunder, in sunder, down, off), hew down. See also: Deuteronomy 7:5; Isaiah 10:33; Psalms 75:11.
קֶ֣רֶן
qeren
H7161
"horn"
N-cs
In the Bible, this word means a horn or a corner, and can also refer to power or a mountain peak. It's used to describe a place called Karnaim, which was conquered by Israel. The KJV translation uses phrases like 'hill' or 'horn' to convey the idea.
Definition: 1) horn 1a) horn 1b) of strength (fig) 1c) flask (container for oil) 1d) horn (as musical instrument) 1e) horn (of horn-like projections on the altar) 1f) of rays of light 1g) hill Aramaic equivalent: qe.ren (קֶ֫רֶן "horn" H7162)
Usage: Occurs in 69 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] hill, horn. See also: Genesis 22:13; Psalms 75:5; Psalms 18:3.
מוֹאָ֔ב
Môwʼâb
H4124
"Moab"
N-proper
Moab refers to the land and descendants of the son of Lot, who was born out of an incestuous relationship. The land of Moab is mentioned in the book of Numbers and the book of Ruth.
Definition: Combined with a.ra.vah (עֲרָבָה " Plains" H6160I) § Moab = "of his father" the land inhabited by the descendants of the son of Lot
Usage: Occurs in 158 OT verses. KJV: Moab. See also: Genesis 19:37; 2 Kings 3:21; Psalms 60:10.
וּ/זְרֹע֖/וֹ
zᵉrôwaʻ
H2220
"arm"
Conj | N-cs | Suff
The Hebrew word for arm refers to the arm as stretched out, symbolizing strength, force, or power, as seen in the KJV translations of arm, mighty, and strength.
Definition: 1) arm, forearm, shoulder, strength 1a) arm 1b) arm (as symbol of strength) 1c) forces (political and military) 1d) shoulder (of animal sacrificed)
Usage: Occurs in 84 OT verses. KJV: arm, [phrase] help, mighty, power, shoulder, strength. See also: Genesis 49:24; Proverbs 31:17; Psalms 10:15.
נִשְׁבָּ֑רָה
shâbar
H7665
"to break"
V-Niphal-Perf-3fs
This word means to break or shatter something, either physically or emotionally. It can also mean to burst or rupture, and is often used to describe intense violence or destruction. In the Bible, it's translated as break or crush.
Definition: 1) to break, break in pieces 1a) (Qal) 1a1) break, break in or down, rend violently, wreck, crush, quench 1a2) to break, rupture (fig) 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be broken, be maimed, be crippled, be wrecked 1b2) to be broken, be crushed (fig) 1c) (Piel) to shatter, break 1d) (Hiphil) to cause to break out, bring to the birth 1e) (Hophal) to be broken, be shattered Aramaic equivalent: te.var (תְּבַר "to break" H8406)
Usage: Occurs in 143 OT verses. KJV: break (down, off, in pieces, up), broken (-hearted), bring to the birth, crush, destroy, hurt, quench, [idiom] quite, tear, view (by mistake for H7663 (שָׂבַר)). See also: Genesis 19:9; Isaiah 27:11; Psalms 3:8.
נְאֻ֖ם
nᵉʼum
H5002
"utterance"
N-ms
This word refers to an utterance or declaration from God, often through a prophet. It is used in the Bible to describe a revelation or message from God, like in Exodus or Numbers.
Definition: 1) (Qal) utterance, declaration (of prophet) 1a) utterance, declaration, revelation (of prophet in ecstatic state) 1b) utterance, declaration (elsewhere always preceding divine name)
Usage: Occurs in 358 OT verses. KJV: (hath) said, saith. See also: Genesis 22:16; Jeremiah 22:16; Psalms 36:2.
יְהוָֽה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
"The Lord"
N-proper
Yehovah is another name for God, often translated as 'the Lord'. It is a national name for God in the Jewish faith. This name is used throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: Another name of ye.ru.sha.laim (יְרוּשָׁלִַ֫ם, יְרוּשְׁלֵם "Jerusalem" H3389)
Usage: Occurs in 5522 OT verses. KJV: Jehovah, the Lord. Compare H3050 (יָהּ), H3069 (יְהֹוִה). See also: Genesis 2:4; Genesis 24:42; Exodus 8:8.
Study Notes — Jeremiah 48:25
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- Jeremiah 48:25 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Jeremiah 48:25
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Jeremiah 48:25
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Jeremiah 48:25
- Trapp's Commentary on Jeremiah 48:25
- Ellicott's Commentary on Jeremiah 48:25
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Jeremiah 48:25
- Cambridge Bible on Jeremiah 48:25
- Barnes' Notes on Jeremiah 48:25
- Sermons on Jeremiah 48:25
Context — Judgment on Moab
23upon Kiriathaim, Beth-gamul, and Beth-meon,
24upon Kerioth, Bozrah, and all the towns of Moab, those far and near.
25The horn of Moab has been cut off, and his arm is broken,” declares the LORD.
26“Make him drunk, because he has magnified himself against the LORD; so Moab will wallow in his own vomit, and he will also become a laughingstock. 27Was not Israel your object of ridicule? Was he ever found among thieves? For whenever you speak of him you shake your head.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Psalms 75:10 | “All the horns of the wicked I will cut off, but the horns of the righteous will be exalted.” |
| 2 | Psalms 10:15 | Break the arm of the wicked and evildoer; call him to account for his wickedness until none is left to be found. |
| 3 | Zechariah 1:19–21 | So I asked the angel who was speaking with me, “What are these?” And he told me, “These are the horns that have scattered Judah, Israel, and Jerusalem.” Then the LORD showed me four craftsmen. “What are these coming to do?” I asked. And He replied, “These are the horns that scattered Judah so that no one could raise his head; but the craftsmen have come to terrify them and throw down these horns of the nations that have lifted up their horns against the land of Judah to scatter it.” |
| 4 | Job 22:9 | You sent widows away empty-handed, and the strength of the fatherless was crushed. |
| 5 | Daniel 7:8 | While I was contemplating the horns, suddenly another horn, a little one, came up among them, and three of the first horns were uprooted before it. This horn had eyes like those of a man and a mouth that spoke words of arrogance. |
| 6 | Numbers 32:37 | The Reubenites built up Heshbon, Elealeh, Kiriathaim, |
| 7 | Daniel 8:21 | The shaggy goat represents the king of Greece, and the large horn between his eyes is the first king. |
| 8 | Lamentations 2:3 | In fierce anger He has cut off every horn of Israel and withdrawn His right hand at the approach of the enemy. He has burned in Jacob like a flaming fire that consumes everything around it. |
| 9 | Daniel 8:7–9 | I saw him approach the ram in a rage against him, and he struck the ram and shattered his two horns. The ram was powerless to stand against him, and the goat threw him to the ground and trampled him, and no one could deliver the ram from his power. Thus the goat became very great, but at the height of his power, his large horn was broken off, and four prominent horns came up in its place, pointing toward the four winds of heaven. From one of these horns a little horn emerged and grew extensively toward the south and the east and toward the Beautiful Land. |
| 10 | Psalms 37:17 | For the arms of the wicked will be broken, but the LORD upholds the righteous. |
Jeremiah 48:25 Summary
Jeremiah 48:25 is saying that God is taking away the power and strength of Moab, a nation that had been proud and arrogant against Him. This is a picture of what happens when we lift ourselves up against God - He will bring us low, as seen in James 4:10 where it says 'Humble yourselves before the Lord, and He will exalt you'. This verse teaches us to remain humble and recognize God's power and authority in our lives, trusting in His goodness and justice (Psalms 37:3-7).
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the 'horn of Moab' symbolize in Jeremiah 48:25?
The 'horn of Moab' represents the strength and power of Moab, and having it 'cut off' signifies the loss of that power, as seen in other passages like Psalms 75:10 where the horn symbolizes strength and honor.
Why does God declare the arm of Moab to be broken?
God declares the arm of Moab to be broken as a judgment for their pride and arrogance against Him, similar to the judgment seen in Isaiah 2:11 where the lofty are brought low.
How does this verse relate to the surrounding context?
This verse is part of a larger judgment against Moab, where God is declaring His judgment on various cities and aspects of Moab, as seen in Jeremiah 48:23-24 where specific cities are mentioned.
What does this verse teach us about God's character?
This verse teaches us about God's justice and His opposition to pride, as seen in Proverbs 16:5 where it is written that everyone who is proud in heart is an abomination to the Lord.
Reflection Questions
- How does the image of a 'horn' being 'cut off' make you think about the consequences of pride and arrogance in your own life?
- What are some ways that you have seen God bring low those who have exalted themselves against Him, as in Jeremiah 48:25?
- In what ways can you apply the lesson of Moab's judgment to your own heart and actions, humbling yourself before God as in 1 Peter 5:6?
- How does the declaration of God's judgment on Moab encourage or challenge your faith, and what does it reveal about God's character?
Gill's Exposition on Jeremiah 48:25
The horn of Moab is cut off,.... The kingdom of Moab, high and strong, his power and strength, by which he defended himself, and offended others, as a beast with his horns; his powerful kingdom, and
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Jeremiah 48:25
The horn of Moab is cut off, and his arm is broken, saith the LORD. The horn of Moab is cut off.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Jeremiah 48:25
That is, the beauty and the strength of Moab. So these two terms often signify in holy writ, the horn being much the beauty of some beasts, and that part of their bodies by which they both do injury to others, and defend themselves from the assaults of others. God here declares that Moab should both lose its glory and beauty, and also all the power it formerly had to defend itself, or offend others.
Trapp's Commentary on Jeremiah 48:25
Jeremiah 48:25 The horn of Moab is cut off, and his arm is broken, saith the LORD.Ver. 25. The horn of Moab is cut off,] i.e., His strength, power, glory, kingdoms; his sultans and princes, saith the Chaldee.
Ellicott's Commentary on Jeremiah 48:25
(25) The horn of Moab.—The horn of animals was naturally the symbol of their strength, and it was as natural that the symbolism should be extended to men and nations. (Comp. 1 Samuel 2:1; Psalms 92:10; Lamentations 2:3; Daniel 7:7-8; Luke 1:69.) The figure of the broken arm, powerless to grasp sword or sceptre, meets us again in Ezekiel 30:21.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Jeremiah 48:25
Verse 25. The horn of Moab is cut off, and his arm is broken] His political and physical powers are no more.
Cambridge Bible on Jeremiah 48:25
25. The horn is an emblem of strength, the arm of authority. For the former see Psalms 75:4-5; Psalms 75:10, for the latter ch. Jeremiah 17:5.
Barnes' Notes on Jeremiah 48:25
The horn - i. e., his pride (marginal reference); his arm, i. e., his strength Jeremiah 17:5.
Sermons on Jeremiah 48:25
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Psalm 75 by Henry Law | Henry Law preaches on the importance of giving thanks to God for His wondrous works, emphasizing that our souls are robbed of delight when we do not engage in this joyful exercise. |
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(Daniel) Daniel's Great Vision by Willie Mullan | In this sermon, the speaker, Daniel, expresses his grief and troubled spirit. He seeks the interpretation of his dream from a created being. The interpretation reveals that the fou |
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Discerning the Signs of the Times - Part Two by Ian Paisley | Ian Paisley preaches about the potential dangers of the new European Union Constitution, highlighting the threat it poses to the liberties and democratic values that stemmed from t |
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The Wicked Leaders of the Apostate Forces at the End of the Age-the Antichrist by Arno Clemens Gaebelein | Arno Clemens Gaebelein delves into the detailed prophecies of the Bible regarding the rise of wicked leaders in the end times, including the revived Roman Empire, the personal Anti |
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The Kingdom of Greece by John F. Walvoord | John F. Walvoord delves into the prophecy of Daniel, focusing on the rise and conquests of the Grecian Empire under Alexander the Great. The accuracy of Daniel's prophecies regardi |
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Do Not Fear What You See by David Wilkerson | David Wilkerson emphasizes the assurance found in Psalms 37, where God promises to uphold the righteous amidst a world filled with chaos and sin. He highlights that despite the ala |