Jeremiah 25:30 Meaning and Explanation
“Therefore prophesy thou against them all these words, and say unto them, The LORD shall roar from on high, and utter his voice from his holy habitation; he shall mightily roar upon his habitation; he shall give a shout, as they that tread the grapes, against all the inhabitants of the earth.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Jeremiah is to prophesy that the LORD will roar from heaven in judgment against all the earth's inhabitants.
The Context of Jeremiah 25:30
Jeremiah commanded to prophesy of God's mighty voice roaring in judgment.
What Does Jeremiah 25:30 Mean?
Jeremiah is commanded to proclaim all the words of judgment. The imagery shifts to that of God's voice: 'The LORD shall roar from on high, and utter his voice from his holy habitation.' This depicts God's judgment as an overwhelming, inescapable voice from heaven.
The roaring is compared to the shout of those treading grapes in a winepress—violent, forceful, and productive of destruction. This image connects back to the cup of wrath; just as grapes are crushed in the press, so the inhabitants of the earth will be crushed by God's judgment.
Jeremiah 25:30 in the Original Language
roar (שׁאַג, shaag) — to roar or thunder; the sound of a lion or mighty voice. Conveys overwhelming power and irresistibility.
Frequently Asked Questions About Jeremiah 25:30
What does Jeremiah 25:30 mean?
Jeremiah is to prophesy that the LORD will roar from heaven in judgment against all the earth's inhabitants.
What is the context of Jeremiah 25:30?
Jeremiah commanded to prophesy of God's mighty voice roaring in judgment.