Jeremiah 25:29 Meaning and Explanation
“For, lo, I begin to bring evil on the city which is called by my name, and should ye be utterly unpunished? Ye shall not be unpunished: for I will call for a sword upon all the inhabitants of the earth, saith the LORD of hosts.”
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Read Full Chapter →God begins judgment with His own city; if Jerusalem is judged, no other nation can escape unpunished.
The Context of Jeremiah 25:29
God's judgment begins with Jerusalem; all will be judged.
What Does Jeremiah 25:29 Mean?
God declares that He begins bringing evil on 'the city which is called by my name'—Jerusalem, the city bearing God's name. If God does not spare His own city from judgment, no other city or nation can claim exemption or escape.
The logic is inescapable: 'Ye shall not be unpunished.' All inhabitants of the earth will be held accountable by the sword. God's impartiality in judgment means that if the covenant city faces His wrath, all other nations certainly will.
Frequently Asked Questions About Jeremiah 25:29
What does Jeremiah 25:29 mean?
God begins judgment with His own city; if Jerusalem is judged, no other nation can escape unpunished.
What is the context of Jeremiah 25:29?
God's judgment begins with Jerusalem; all will be judged.