Jeremiah 10:25 Meaning and Explanation
“Pour out thy fury upon the heathen that know thee not, and upon the families that call not on thy name: for they have eaten up Jacob, and devoured him, and consumed him, and have made his habitation desolate.”
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Read Full Chapter →Jeremiah asks God to direct His anger against the nations that have harmed Israel.
The Context of Jeremiah 10:25
Jeremiah calls for God's judgment against foreign nations that destroyed Israel.
What Does Jeremiah 10:25 Mean?
In the chapter's conclusion, Jeremiah's prayer shifts focus outward. He asks God to pour out His fury—the same judgment Israel has faced—upon the heathen nations that do not know God and refuse to call upon His name. These nations are guilty, not merely of rebellion against God, but of aggression against Israel.
Their crime is consuming Jacob: they have eaten, devoured, and completely consumed Israel, leaving her habitation desolate. The violent language—eaten, devoured, consumed—emphasizes predatory destruction. Jeremiah calls for justice: the nations that destroyed Israel should experience God's judgment in turn.
Frequently Asked Questions About Jeremiah 10:25
What does Jeremiah 10:25 mean?
Jeremiah asks God to direct His anger against the nations that have harmed Israel.
What is the context of Jeremiah 10:25?
Jeremiah calls for God's judgment against foreign nations that destroyed Israel.