Jeremiah 50:45 Meaning and Explanation
“Therefore hear ye the counsel of the LORD, that he hath taken against Babylon; and his purposes, that he hath purposed against the land of the Chaldeans: Surely the least of the flock shall draw them out: surely he shall make their habitation desolate with them.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The LORD's counsel and purposes against Babylon are sure; the weakest will draw her out, leaving her desolate.
The Context of Jeremiah 50:45
The LORD's fixed counsel against Babylon ensures even the weakest can accomplish her desolation.
What Does Jeremiah 50:45 Mean?
The appeal to hear the counsel of the LORD emphasizes that what is being announced is not speculation but divine intent. His purposes are fixed; the outcome is determined. The listeners are called to align themselves with this reality, not to resist it.
The image of the least of the flock drawing them out uses pastoral language to indicate that even the weakest and most insignificant will be sufficient to accomplish Babylon's defeat. The point is that Babylon's fall is so certain that even minimal opposition will suffice. The promised result is clear: their habitation becomes desolate, the city emptied and ruined.
Frequently Asked Questions About Jeremiah 50:45
What does Jeremiah 50:45 mean?
The LORD's counsel and purposes against Babylon are sure; the weakest will draw her out, leaving her desolate.
What is the context of Jeremiah 50:45?
The LORD's fixed counsel against Babylon ensures even the weakest can accomplish her desolation.