Jeremiah 48:24 Meaning and Explanation
“And upon Kerioth, and upon Bozrah, and upon all the cities of the land of Moab, far or near.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The enumeration concludes with a comprehensive summary: every city falls.
The Context of Jeremiah 48:24
The city-by-city judgment concludes with a universal assertion of totality.
What Does Jeremiah 48:24 Mean?
Kerioth and Bozrah continue the listing, and then the verse summarizes: 'all the cities of the land of Moab, far or near.' This closing statement makes clear that the specific cities named are merely examples; the judgment is truly universal. No city, distant or near, escapes.
The phrase 'far or near' erases any geographic exception—whether a city is remote or central, isolated or accessible, it falls under the same judgment. This is the conclusion of the city-by-city catalog, affirming that the entire Moabite nation experiences destruction.
Jeremiah 48:24 in the Original Language
קְרִיּוֹת (Kerioth) — included in the final judgment, completing the comprehensive destruction.
Frequently Asked Questions About Jeremiah 48:24
What does Jeremiah 48:24 mean?
The enumeration concludes with a comprehensive summary: every city falls.
What is the context of Jeremiah 48:24?
The city-by-city judgment concludes with a universal assertion of totality.