Jeremiah 30:16 Meaning and Explanation
“Therefore all they that devour thee shall be devoured; and all thine adversaries, every one of them, shall go into captivity; and they that spoil thee shall be a spoil, and all that prey upon thee will I give for a prey.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →God will reverse Israel's fate: oppressors will be devoured and taken captive.
The Context of Jeremiah 30:16
Promise of divine reversal against oppressors.
What Does Jeremiah 30:16 Mean?
The momentum shifts decisively. Those who exploit and devour Israel will themselves be consumed. Every adversary without exception will enter captivity; those who have plundered Israel will become plunder themselves.
This reversal of fortunes reflects God's justice and protection of His people. The repetition of the concept—devour/devoured, spoil/spoil—emphasizes the completeness and symmetry of divine retaliation against oppressors.
Frequently Asked Questions About Jeremiah 30:16
What does Jeremiah 30:16 mean?
God will reverse Israel's fate: oppressors will be devoured and taken captive.
What is the context of Jeremiah 30:16?
Promise of divine reversal against oppressors.