Jeremiah 14:6 Meaning and Explanation
“And the wild asses did stand in the high places, they snuffed up the wind like dragons; their eyes did fail, because there was no grass.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Wild donkeys, standing exhausted on barren hills, gasp for air as hunger consumes them.
The Context of Jeremiah 14:6
Wild animals in extremity, unable to find sustenance anywhere.
What Does Jeremiah 14:6 Mean?
The wild asses instinctively climb to high places seeking relief or better grazing, but find nothing. Their frantic snuffing of the wind—like dragons, a comparison suggesting desperation and wildness—shows creatures in survival mode. Yet even their desperate efforts fail. Failing eyes suggest exhaustion and approaching death.
The detail of multiple creatures all experiencing the same desolation emphasizes the totality of the drought. There is no refuge, no hidden pasture, no relief. The natural world designed to sustain itself has become a place of universal deprivation.
Frequently Asked Questions About Jeremiah 14:6
What does Jeremiah 14:6 mean?
Wild donkeys, standing exhausted on barren hills, gasp for air as hunger consumes them.
What is the context of Jeremiah 14:6?
Wild animals in extremity, unable to find sustenance anywhere.