Jeremiah 49:33 Meaning and Explanation
“And Hazor shall be a dwelling for dragons, and a desolation for ever: there shall no man abide there, nor any son of man dwell in it.”
King James Version (KJV)
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The Context of Jeremiah 49:33
Hazor's eternal desolation—it will become a deserted place where no humans dwell.
What Does Jeremiah 49:33 Mean?
'Dwelling for dragons' (likely mythical creatures, serpents, or beasts in Hebrew imagination) symbolizes abandonment and the reversion of human space to wilderness. The loss of human habitation means the return of uncontrolled nature and danger.
'Desolation for ever' and 'no man shall abide' state the finality of judgment. Unlike some prophecies of restoration, Hazor receives no promise of return. Its destruction is total and permanent—a cautionary example of the consequences of false security and complacency.
Jeremiah 49:33 in the Original Language
dragons (תַּנִּים tannim) — mythical serpents or desert creatures; symbolizes the loss of human control and return to wilderness.
Frequently Asked Questions About Jeremiah 49:33
What does Jeremiah 49:33 mean?
Hazor will become a desolate, uninhabited ruin—a haunt for creatures, never again a place of human settlement.
What is the context of Jeremiah 49:33?
Hazor's eternal desolation—it will become a deserted place where no humans dwell.