Jeremiah 48:7 Meaning and Explanation
“For because thou hast trusted in thy works and in thy treasures, thou shalt also be taken: and Chemosh shall go forth into captivity with his priests and his princes together.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Moab's confidence in material wealth and false gods leads to captivity.
The Context of Jeremiah 48:7
Root cause revealed: trust in wealth and idols rather than God.
What Does Jeremiah 48:7 Mean?
Moab's fatal error was placing faith in 'works and treasures'—human effort and accumulated riches—rather than in the true God. This self-reliance became spiritual rebellion; the nation relied on its own strength and on Chemosh, its national deity, rather than humbling itself before the God of Israel.
Even Chemosh, the false god Moab worshipped, goes into captivity—a striking statement meaning the idols and the priests who served them are powerless and will be carried away. Material and spiritual investments in false gods yield only judgment and shame.
Jeremiah 48:7 in the Original Language
כְּמוֹשׁ (Chemosh) — Moab's national deity, whose powerlessness to save his people demonstrates the futility of idolatry.
Frequently Asked Questions About Jeremiah 48:7
What does Jeremiah 48:7 mean?
Moab's confidence in material wealth and false gods leads to captivity.
What is the context of Jeremiah 48:7?
Root cause revealed: trust in wealth and idols rather than God.