Jeremiah 49:20 Meaning and Explanation
“Therefore hear the counsel of the LORD, that he hath taken against Edom; and his purposes, that he hath purposed against the inhabitants of Teman: Surely the least of the flock shall draw them out: surely he shall make their habitations desolate with them.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →God's deliberate plan against Edom is certain; even the weakest of His forces will accomplish it.
The Context of Jeremiah 49:20
God's unchangeable counsel and purposes against Edom will be fulfilled through the weakest of His agents.
What Does Jeremiah 49:20 Mean?
God has 'taken counsel' and formed 'purposes' against Edom—this is not impulsive but carefully planned divine judgment. The counsel and purposes are fixed, making resistance futile. All Edom can do is hear and accept what is coming.
'The least of the flock' (smallest, weakest members) will 'draw them out,' implying that Edom's defenders will be so thoroughly defeated that even God's least powerful forces will prevail. The complete desolation of habitations ensures no refuge remains.
Frequently Asked Questions About Jeremiah 49:20
What does Jeremiah 49:20 mean?
God's deliberate plan against Edom is certain; even the weakest of His forces will accomplish it.
What is the context of Jeremiah 49:20?
God's unchangeable counsel and purposes against Edom will be fulfilled through the weakest of His agents.