Jeremiah 48:19 · KJV
"O inhabitant of Aroer, stand by the way, and espy; ask him that fleeth, and her that escapeth, and say, What is done?"
King James Version
What does Jeremiah 48:19 mean? →Passage Context
17All ye that are about him, bemoan him; and all ye that know his name, say, How is the strong staff broken, and the beautiful rod!
18Thou daughter that dost inhabit Dibon, come down from thy glory, and sit in thirst; for the spoiler of Moab shall come upon thee, and he shall destroy thy strong holds.
19O inhabitant of Aroer, stand by the way, and espy; ask him that fleeth, and her that escapeth, and say, What is done?
20Moab is confounded; for it is broken down: howl and cry; tell ye it in Arnon, that Moab is spoiled,
21And judgment is come upon the plain country; upon Holon, and upon Jahazah, and upon Mephaath,
Reflection Questions
1
How do you respond to warnings in your life?
2
What does it mean for you to stand and observe your surroundings?
3
When have you felt the need to ask others about their experiences?
Life Application
awareness
Be attentive to the struggles of others around you and seek to understand their stories.
communication
Engage in conversations that help you learn about the challenges others face.
Places in This Verse
Aroer
Aroer was a city located on the border of Moab, significant in the context of Israel's conflicts with its neighbors.
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