Jeremiah 50:46
Jeremiah 50:46 in Multiple Translations
At the sound of Babylon’s capture the earth will quake; a cry will be heard among the nations.
At the noise of the taking of Babylon the earth is moved, and the cry is heard among the nations.
At the noise of the taking of Babylon the earth trembleth, and the cry is heard among the nations.
At the cry, Babylon is taken! the earth is shaking, and the cry comes to the ears of the nations.
The sound of Babylon's capture will make the earth shake; their cries will be heard throughout the nations.
At the noyse of the winning of Babel the earth is moued, and the crye is heard among the nations.
From the voice: Captured was Babylon, Hath the earth been shaken, And a cry among nations hath been heard!
The earth trembles at the noise of the taking of Babylon. The cry is heard among the nations.
At the noise of the taking of Babylon the earth is moved, and the cry is heard among the nations.
At the noise of the taking of Babylon the earth is moved, and the cry is heard amongst the nations.
When Babylon is destroyed, the noise will be extremely loud, with the result that the earth will shake, and the wailing of the people will be heard by the people of other nations.’ ”
Berean Amplified Bible — Jeremiah 50:46
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Jeremiah 50:46 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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מִ/קּוֹל֙
נִתְפְּשָׂ֣ה
בָבֶ֔ל
נִרְעֲשָׁ֖ה
הָ/אָ֑רֶץ
וּ/זְעָקָ֖ה
בַּ/גּוֹיִ֥ם
נִשְׁמָֽע
מִ/קּוֹל֙
qôwl
H6963
voice
Prep | N-ms
נִתְפְּשָׂ֣ה
tâphas
H8610
to capture
V-Niphal-Perf-3fs
בָבֶ֔ל
Bâbel
H894
Babylon
N-proper
נִרְעֲשָׁ֖ה
râʻash
H7493
to shake
V-Niphal-Perf-3fs
הָ/אָ֑רֶץ
ʼerets
H776
land
Art | N-cs
וּ/זְעָקָ֖ה
zaʻaq
H2201
outcry
Conj | N-fs
בַּ/גּוֹיִ֥ם
gôwy
H1471
Gentile
Prep | N-mp
נִשְׁמָֽע
shâmaʻ
H8085
to hear
V-Niphal-Perf-3ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — Jeremiah 50:46
מִ/קּוֹל֙
qôwl
H6963
"voice"
Prep | N-ms
A voice or sound, it can refer to the sound of a person speaking, an animal, or a musical instrument. In the Bible, it is often used to describe God's voice or the sound of praise and worship.
Definition: : sound/noise 1) voice, sound, noise 1a) voice 1b) sound (of instrument)
Usage: Occurs in 436 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] aloud, bleating, crackling, cry ([phrase] out), fame, lightness, lowing, noise, [phrase] hold peace, (pro-) claim, proclamation, [phrase] sing, sound, [phrase] spark, thunder(-ing), voice, [phrase] yell. See also: Genesis 3:8; Judges 5:11; Job 4:10.
נִתְפְּשָׂ֣ה
tâphas
H8610
"to capture"
V-Niphal-Perf-3fs
To capture or seize something, like in 1 Kings 13:4, where a prophet grabs the king's altar. It means to take hold of or grasp something firmly.
Definition: 1) to catch, handle, lay hold, take hold of, seize, wield 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to lay hold of, seize, arrest, catch 1a2) to grasp (in order to) wield, wield, use skilfully 1b) (Niphal) to be seized, be arrested, be caught, be taken, captured 1c) (Piel) to catch, grasp (with the hands)
Usage: Occurs in 60 OT verses. KJV: catch, handle, (lay, take) hold (on, over), stop, [idiom] surely, surprise, take. See also: Genesis 4:21; Jeremiah 2:8; Psalms 10:2.
בָבֶ֔ל
Bâbel
H894
"Babylon"
N-proper
Babel refers to Babylon, a city and empire in the Bible, meaning confusion or mixing. It appears in Genesis 11:9 and is associated with the tower of Babel. The city was situated on the Euphrates River.
Definition: § Babel or Babylon = "confusion (by mixing)" Babel or Babylon, the ancient site and/or capital of Babylonia (modern Hillah) situated on the Euphrates
Usage: Occurs in 233 OT verses. KJV: Babel, Babylon. See also: Genesis 10:10; Jeremiah 29:22; Psalms 87:4.
נִרְעֲשָׁ֖ה
râʻash
H7493
"to shake"
V-Niphal-Perf-3fs
In the Bible, this word means to shake or quake, often describing the earth or sky trembling with fear. It's used in the books of Psalms and Isaiah, describing God's power and majesty.
Definition: 1) to quake, shake 1a) (Qal) to quake, shake 1b) (Niphal) to be made to quake 1c)(Hiphil) 1c1) to cause to quake 1c2) to cause to spring or leap (of horse)
Usage: Occurs in 30 OT verses. KJV: make afraid, (re-) move, quake, (make to) shake, (make to) tremble. See also: Judges 5:4; Jeremiah 49:21; Psalms 18:8.
הָ/אָ֑רֶץ
ʼerets
H776
"land"
Art | N-cs
The land or earth refers to the soil or ground, and can also mean a country, territory, or region. In the Bible, it is used to describe the earth and its inhabitants, and is often translated as 'land' or 'country'.
Definition: : soil 1) land, earth 1a) earth 1a1) whole earth (as opposed to a part) 1a2) earth (as opposed to heaven) 1a3) earth (inhabitants) 1b) land 1b1) country, territory 1b2) district, region 1b3) tribal territory 1b4) piece of ground 1b5) land of Canaan, Israel 1b6) inhabitants of land 1b7) Sheol, land without return, (under) world 1b8) city (-state) 1c) ground, surface of the earth 1c1) ground 1c2) soil 1d) (in phrases) 1d1) people of the land 1d2) space or distance of country (in measurements of distance) 1d3) level or plain country 1d4) land of the living 1d5) end(s) of the earth 1e) (almost wholly late in usage) 1e1) lands, countries 1e1a) often in contrast to Canaan
Usage: Occurs in 2190 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] common, country, earth, field, ground, land, [idiom] natins, way, [phrase] wilderness, world. See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 18:18; Genesis 42:13.
וּ/זְעָקָ֖ה
zaʻaq
H2201
"outcry"
Conj | N-fs
This Hebrew word means a loud cry or shriek, often expressing distress, like the outcry in Exodus 2:23. It can also describe a clamor or cry for help. In the Bible, it appears in various forms, such as crying out to God.
Definition: 1) cry, outcry 1a) outcry 1b) cry of distress 1c) outcry, clamour
Usage: Occurs in 19 OT verses. KJV: cry(-ing). See also: Genesis 18:20; Isaiah 15:8; Proverbs 21:13.
בַּ/גּוֹיִ֥ם
gôwy
H1471
"Gentile"
Prep | N-mp
This word refers to a Gentile, someone who is not Hebrew or Israeli. It can also describe a large group of animals or a nation of people, emphasizing their unity and shared identity.
Definition: 1) nation, people 1a) nation, people 1a1) usually of non-Hebrew people 1a2) of descendants of Abraham 1a3) of Israel 1b) of swarm of locusts, other animals (fig.) 1c) Goyim? = "nations" Also named: ethnos (ἔθνος "Gentiles" G1484)
Usage: Occurs in 511 OT verses. KJV: Gentile, heathen, nation, people. See also: Genesis 10:5; Judges 4:16; Psalms 2:1.
נִשְׁמָֽע
shâmaʻ
H8085
"to hear"
V-Niphal-Perf-3ms
To hear and listen is what this Hebrew word means, often implying attention and obedience. In Exodus and Deuteronomy, it is used when God speaks to the people, and they must listen and obey.
Definition: : hear v 1) to hear, listen to, obey 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to hear (perceive by ear) 1a2) to hear of or concerning 1a3) to hear (have power to hear) 1a4) to hear with attention or interest, listen to 1a5) to understand (language) 1a6) to hear (of judicial cases) 1a7) to listen, give heed 1a7a) to consent, agree 1a7b) to grant request 1a8) to listen to, yield to 1a9) to obey, be obedient 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be heard (of voice or sound) 1b2) to be heard of 1b3) to be regarded, be obeyed 1c) (Piel) to cause to hear, call to hear, summon 1d) (Hiphil) 1d1) to cause to hear, tell, proclaim, utter a sound 1d2) to sound aloud (musical term) 1d3) to make proclamation, summon 1d4) to cause to be heard n m 2) sound
Usage: Occurs in 1072 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] attentively, call (gather) together, [idiom] carefully, [idiom] certainly, consent, consider, be content, declare, [idiom] diligently, discern, give ear, (cause to, let, make to) hear(-ken, tell), [idiom] indeed, listen, make (a) noise, (be) obedient, obey, perceive, (make a) proclaim(-ation), publish, regard, report, shew (forth), (make a) sound, [idiom] surely, tell, understand, whosoever (heareth), witness. See also: Genesis 3:8; Exodus 32:18; Deuteronomy 27:9.
Study Notes — Jeremiah 50:46
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- Context
- Cross References
- Jeremiah 50:46 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Jeremiah 50:46
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Jeremiah 50:46
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Jeremiah 50:46
- Trapp's Commentary on Jeremiah 50:46
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Jeremiah 50:46
- Cambridge Bible on Jeremiah 50:46
- Whedon's Commentary on Jeremiah 50:46
- Sermons on Jeremiah 50:46
Context — The Destruction of Babylon
44Behold, one will come up like a lion from the thickets of the Jordan to the watered pasture. For in an instant I will chase Babylon from her land. Who is the chosen one I will appoint for this? For who is like Me, and who can challenge Me? What shepherd can stand against Me?”
45Therefore hear the plans that the LORD has drawn up against Babylon and the strategies He has devised against the land of the Chaldeans: Surely the little ones of the flock will be dragged away; certainly their pasture will be made desolate because of them.
46At the sound of Babylon’s capture the earth will quake; a cry will be heard among the nations.
Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Jeremiah 49:21 | At the sound of their fall the earth will quake; their cry will resound to the Red Sea. |
| 2 | Revelation 18:9–19 | Then the kings of the earth who committed sexual immorality and lived in luxury with her will weep and wail at the sight of the smoke rising from the fire that consumes her. In fear of her torment, they will stand at a distance and cry out: “Woe, woe to the great city, the mighty city of Babylon! For in a single hour your judgment has come.” And the merchants of the earth will weep and mourn over her, because there is no one left to buy their cargo— cargo of gold, silver, precious stones, and pearls; of fine linen, purple, silk, and scarlet; of all kinds of citron wood and every article of ivory, precious wood, bronze, iron, and marble; of cinnamon, spice, incense, myrrh, and frankincense; of wine, olive oil, fine flour, and wheat; of cattle, sheep, horses, and chariots; of slaves and souls of men. And they will say: “The fruit of your soul’s desire has departed from you; all your luxury and splendor have vanished, never to be seen again.” The merchants who sold these things and grew their wealth from her will stand at a distance, in fear of her torment. They will weep and mourn, saying: “Woe, woe to the great city, clothed in fine linen and purple and scarlet, adorned with gold and precious stones and pearls! For in a single hour such fabulous wealth has been destroyed!” Every shipmaster, passenger, and sailor, and all who make their living from the sea, will stand at a distance and cry out at the sight of the smoke rising from the fire that consumes her. “What city was ever like this great city?” they will exclaim. Then they will throw dust on their heads as they weep and mourn and cry out: “Woe, woe to the great city, where all who had ships on the sea were enriched by her wealth! For in a single hour she has been destroyed.” |
| 3 | Ezekiel 31:16 | I made the nations quake at the sound of its downfall, when I cast it down to Sheol with those who descend to the Pit. Then all the trees of Eden, the choicest and best of Lebanon, all the well-watered trees, were consoled in the earth below. |
| 4 | Ezekiel 26:18 | Now the coastlands tremble on the day of your downfall; the islands in the sea are dismayed by your demise.”’ |
| 5 | Isaiah 14:9–10 | Sheol beneath is eager to meet you upon your arrival. It stirs the spirits of the dead to greet you— all the rulers of the earth. It makes all the kings of the nations rise from their thrones. They will all respond to you, saying, “You too have become weak, as we are; you have become like us!” |
| 6 | Ezekiel 32:10 | I will cause many peoples to be appalled over you, and their kings will shudder in horror because of you when I brandish My sword before them. On the day of your downfall each of them will tremble every moment for his life.’ |
Jeremiah 50:46 Summary
Jeremiah 50:46 tells us that when Babylon is captured, the whole earth will be shaken, and people from all nations will hear about it and cry out. This shows how powerful God is and how He can make big changes in the world, just like He did when He judged other nations in the past, as seen in Isaiah 13:19. It reminds us to trust in God's control over everything, even when things seem uncertain or scary, and to remember that He is always working out His plan, as promised in Jeremiah 29:11. This verse also points to the idea that God's actions have far-reaching consequences, affecting not just one nation but many, a theme that is repeated throughout the Bible, including in Revelation 6:12-17.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the earth quaking at the sound of Babylon's capture?
The earth quaking represents the profound impact of God's judgment on Babylon, much like the earthquakes that accompanied significant events in Scripture, such as the resurrection of Jesus Christ in Matthew 27:51-54 or the apocalyptic visions in Revelation 6:12-17.
Why will a cry be heard among the nations when Babylon is captured?
The cry among the nations signifies the far-reaching consequences of Babylon's fall, as other nations will be affected by the loss of a major power, much like the ripple effects described in Ezekiel 26:15-18 when Tyre fell.
Is this verse related to end-time prophecy?
While Jeremiah 50:46 specifically addresses the fall of Babylon, its themes of God's judgment and the impact on nations can be seen as having broader applications, including end-time prophecies found in books like Daniel and Revelation, where similar judgments are described.
How does this verse reflect God's power and sovereignty?
The verse highlights God's unmatched power and control over nations, as seen in Jeremiah 50:44, where God asks, 'Who is like Me, and who can challenge Me?' This echoes sentiments found in Isaiah 46:9-10, where God declares His uniqueness and sovereignty over all things.
Reflection Questions
- What does the image of the earth quaking at the sound of Babylon's capture evoke in my understanding of God's power?
- How can I apply the concept of God's judgment on nations to my own life and the world around me?
- In what ways can I trust in God's sovereignty, especially when faced with uncertainty or chaos, as reflected in Jeremiah 50:46?
- What does this verse teach me about the interconnectedness of nations and the global impact of significant events?
Gill's Exposition on Jeremiah 50:46
At the noise of the taking of Babylon the earth is moved,.... It being so sudden and unexpected, and so very astonishing: and the cry is heard among the nations; that Babylon is fallen; which, as
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Jeremiah 50:46
Behold, he shall come up like a lion from the swelling of Jordan unto the habitation of the strong: but I will make them suddenly run away from her: and who is a chosen man, that I may appoint over her? for who is like me?
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Jeremiah 50:46
We have much the same spoken with reference to Edom, . The words are only expressive of the greatness of the destruction of Babylon, which should be such as should make all that part of the world shake, and the noise of it would ring throughout all the nations in that part of the earth.
Trapp's Commentary on Jeremiah 50:46
Jeremiah 50:46 At the noise of the taking of Babylon the earth is moved, and the cry is heard among the nations. Ver. 46. See on Jeremiah 49:21.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Jeremiah 50:46
Verse 46. At the noise of the taking of Babylon] See Clarke on Jeremiah 49:21. In the forty-ninth chapter, these words are spoken of Nebuchadnezzar; here, of Cyrus. The taking of Babylon was a wonder to all the surrounding nations. It was thought to be impregnable.
Cambridge Bible on Jeremiah 50:46
46. At the noise of the taking of Babylon] rather, At the tidings (viz. that) Babylon is taken. among the nations] no longer merely to the Red Sea (as in Jeremiah 49:21).
Whedon's Commentary on Jeremiah 50:46
THE AGENTS OF THIS , Jeremiah 50:41-46.41-46. A people shall come from the north, etc.
Sermons on Jeremiah 50:46
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The Papacy Is the Antichrist 1 of 3 (1888) - Part 3 by J.A. Wylie | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the depiction of judgment and the destruction of Babylon in the book of Revelation. He emphasizes that this day of wrath will be one of the |
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My Peace I Give Unto You by A.B. Simpson | In this sermon, the preacher delves into the concept of fiery ordeal as depicted in the Bible, particularly focusing on the refining process likened to a smelting furnace where imp |
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Great Danger to a Christian by A Van Eeden | This sermon delves into the danger of sliding into a lukewarm state as a Christian, using the example of the Israelites worshipping the golden calf in Exodus 32. It emphasizes the |