Jeremiah 51:36 Meaning and Explanation
“Therefore thus saith the LORD; Behold, I will plead thy cause, and take vengeance for thee; and I will dry up her sea, and make her springs dry.”
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Read Full Chapter →God responds to Israel's prayer: He will defend her cause and dry up Babylon's water sources.
The Context of Jeremiah 51:36
God promises to advocate for Israel and destroy Babylon's water supplies.
What Does Jeremiah 51:36 Mean?
God responds directly to the lament: 'I will plead thy cause'—God takes up Israel's case as His own. 'Take vengeance for thee' affirms that justice will be executed. God declares Himself as advocate for the oppressed people. This assurance provides hope that the victims' suffering will not be forgotten.
'I will dry up her sea, and make her springs dry' employs a specific judgment: destroying Babylon's water sources. Babylon depended on the Euphrates River for water, transportation, and agriculture. Drying up water supplies would render the city uninhabitable and defenseless. The curse mirrors that in prophetic literature.
Frequently Asked Questions About Jeremiah 51:36
What does Jeremiah 51:36 mean?
God responds to Israel's prayer: He will defend her cause and dry up Babylon's water sources.
What is the context of Jeremiah 51:36?
God promises to advocate for Israel and destroy Babylon's water supplies.