Jeremiah 25:32 Meaning and Explanation
“Thus saith the LORD of hosts, Behold, evil shall go forth from nation to nation, and a great whirlwind shall be raised up from the coasts of the earth.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Evil and destruction will spread from nation to nation like a whirlwind from the earth's edges.
The Context of Jeremiah 25:32
Describing judgment as spreading destruction and chaos.
What Does Jeremiah 25:32 Mean?
The prophecy describes the spread of judgment: 'evil shall go forth from nation to nation.' The judgment will not be localized but will propagate, moving from one place to another. This reflects the actual historical reality of Babylonian conquest spreading across the Near East.
The imagery of 'a great whirlwind...raised up from the coasts of the earth' depicts judgment as a powerful natural force, originating from the periphery and moving inward, unstoppable and all-encompassing. The whirlwind symbolizes the chaos and destruction that accompanies invasion.
Frequently Asked Questions About Jeremiah 25:32
What does Jeremiah 25:32 mean?
Evil and destruction will spread from nation to nation like a whirlwind from the earth's edges.
What is the context of Jeremiah 25:32?
Describing judgment as spreading destruction and chaos.