Jeremiah 51:56 Meaning and Explanation
“Because the spoiler is come upon her, even upon Babylon, and her mighty men are taken, every one of their bows is broken: for the LORD God of recompences shall surely requite.”
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Read Full Chapter →The spoiler has come, captured Babylon's warriors, broken their weapons, and God will surely repay.
The Context of Jeremiah 51:56
Babylon's warriors are captured, weapons destroyed, and God surely repays.
What Does Jeremiah 51:56 Mean?
The spoiler has arrived and has taken Babylon's mighty men captive. 'Every one of their bows is broken'—the primary weapons of war are destroyed, rendering resistance impossible. The warriors who once seemed invincible are now prisoners with shattered weapons. The military collapse is complete.
'The LORD God of recompences shall surely requite'—God's justice is certain. 'Recompences' refers to God's payment for wrongs—Babylon will receive what it has earned. The assurance ('surely requite') emphasizes inevitability and certainty. The God of justice will not fail to execute judgment.
Frequently Asked Questions About Jeremiah 51:56
What does Jeremiah 51:56 mean?
The spoiler has come, captured Babylon's warriors, broken their weapons, and God will surely repay.
What is the context of Jeremiah 51:56?
Babylon's warriors are captured, weapons destroyed, and God surely repays.