Jeremiah 51:27 Meaning and Explanation
“Set ye up a standard in the land, blow the trumpet among the nations, prepare the nations against her, call together against her the kingdoms of Ararat, Minni, and Ashchenaz; appoint a captain against her; cause the horses to come up as the rough caterpillers.”
King James Version (KJV)
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The Context of Jeremiah 51:27
Nations and kingdoms are unified under central leadership to march against Babylon.
What Does Jeremiah 51:27 Mean?
Commands are issued to raise standards (flags/signals), sound trumpets, and mobilize nations. Specific kingdoms are named: Ararat (Armenia), Minni (north of Lake Urmia), and Ashchenaz (Scythians)—peoples historically subject to or allied with the Medes and Persians. The coalition against Babylon represents diverse nations united for a single purpose.
'Appoint a captain against her' designates military leadership for the coalition. 'Cause the horses to come up as the rough caterpillers' (locusts/caterpillars) returns to the image of overwhelming numbers and irresistible force. The coalition mobilizes like a plague of insects, covering the land.
Frequently Asked Questions About Jeremiah 51:27
What does Jeremiah 51:27 mean?
Nations are summoned and united against Babylon under appointed military leadership.
What is the context of Jeremiah 51:27?
Nations and kingdoms are unified under central leadership to march against Babylon.