Jeremiah 13:14 Meaning and Explanation
“And I will dash them one against another, even the fathers and the sons together, saith the LORD: I will not pity, nor spare, nor have mercy, but destroy them.”
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The Context of Jeremiah 13:14
Internal violence and destruction will overtake the people without divine mercy.
What Does Jeremiah 13:14 Mean?
God declares He will dash the people against one another—causing internal conflict and mutual destruction. Fathers and sons will fight each other, families will fracture, and society will collapse into violence from within. This is the result of God withdrawing His peace and letting the confused, drunken nation consume itself.
The tone becomes stark: God will not pity, spare, or show mercy. This is not cruelty for its own sake but the removal of restraint in response to prolonged, willful disobedience. When a nation systematically rejects God and pursues idolatry, it loses the divine protection and order that keeps society stable. The people choose this destruction by their refusal to hear.
Frequently Asked Questions About Jeremiah 13:14
What does Jeremiah 13:14 mean?
God will cause the people to turn against one another in violence and will show no compassion.
What is the context of Jeremiah 13:14?
Internal violence and destruction will overtake the people without divine mercy.