Jeremiah 46:12 Meaning and Explanation
“The nations have heard of thy shame, and thy cry hath filled the land: for the mighty man hath stumbled against the mighty, and they are fallen both together.”
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Read Full Chapter →Egypt's defeat is so complete that all nations hear of its shame and humiliation.
The Context of Jeremiah 46:12
The widespread knowledge of Egypt's humiliating defeat among all nations.
What Does Jeremiah 46:12 Mean?
The prophecy extends beyond Egypt's immediate military loss to its wider humiliation. The nations have heard of Egypt's shame—its defeat becomes public knowledge across the ancient world. Egypt's cry of distress fills the land, a wailing of grief and despair. The defeat is not local or containable; it is a spectacle witnessed by the entire region.
The verse describes a collision of equals ending in mutual downfall: 'the mighty man hath stumbled against the mighty, and they are fallen both together.' This phrasing emphasizes that when Egypt's strength encounters Babylon's strength, both fall—but Egypt's fall is defeat, while Babylon's is victory. The universal knowledge of Egypt's shame becomes part of the punishment: its weakness is exposed to all observers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Jeremiah 46:12
What does Jeremiah 46:12 mean?
Egypt's defeat is so complete that all nations hear of its shame and humiliation.
What is the context of Jeremiah 46:12?
The widespread knowledge of Egypt's humiliating defeat among all nations.