Jeremiah 49:10 Meaning and Explanation
“But I have made Esau bare, I have uncovered his secret places, and he shall not be able to hide himself: his seed is spoiled, and his brethren, and his neighbours, and he is not.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →God has stripped Esau (Edom) of all protection and hidden resources; his people are destroyed.
The Context of Jeremiah 49:10
God has completely undone Edom's defenses and destroyed its people.
What Does Jeremiah 49:10 Mean?
'Made Esau bare' means God has removed all defensive resources and protective covering—literal fortifications and hidden treasures. The exposure of 'secret places' (perhaps caves or vaults where valuables were stored) symbolizes complete vulnerability and loss of privacy or security.
The cascading destruction—'his seed, and his brethren, and his neighbours'—indicates that judgment spreads to family groups and connected tribes, not just Edom proper. By the verse's end, 'he is not' suggests the nation's effective erasure from power.
Jeremiah 49:10 in the Original Language
uncovered (גִּלִּיתִי gilliti) — to expose or reveal; used of stripping away protective coverings or secrets.
Frequently Asked Questions About Jeremiah 49:10
What does Jeremiah 49:10 mean?
God has stripped Esau (Edom) of all protection and hidden resources; his people are destroyed.
What is the context of Jeremiah 49:10?
God has completely undone Edom's defenses and destroyed its people.