Jeremiah 48:30 Meaning and Explanation
“I know his wrath, saith the LORD; but it shall not be so; his lies shall not so effect it.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →God refutes Moab's false confidence; Moab's boasts will not save it.
The Context of Jeremiah 48:30
God's definitive refusal of Moab's confident claims about its own survival.
What Does Jeremiah 48:30 Mean?
'I know his wrath' refers to Moab's anger and the boastful claims Moab makes about its military prowess and might. The statement 'but it shall not be so' contradicts Moab's expectations. What Moab claims will happen will not happen; Moab's narrative of triumph is false.
'His lies shall not so effect it' indicates that Moab's words, proclamations, and confident assertions have no power to change God's judgment. Lies cannot alter reality; divine judgment stands regardless of human boasting. Words are revealed as empty when measured against God's authority.
Jeremiah 48:30 in the Original Language
כִּזְבוּ (kazab, lies, false claims) — Moab's boasts have no substance before God's judgment.
Frequently Asked Questions About Jeremiah 48:30
What does Jeremiah 48:30 mean?
God refutes Moab's false confidence; Moab's boasts will not save it.
What is the context of Jeremiah 48:30?
God's definitive refusal of Moab's confident claims about its own survival.