Jeremiah 48:27 · KJV

"For was not Israel a derision unto thee? was he found among thieves? for since thou spakest of him, thou skippedst for joy."

King James Version

Passage Context

²⁵The horn of Moab is cut off, and his arm is broken, saith the LORD.

²⁶Make ye him drunken: for he magnified himself against the LORD: Moab also shall wallow in his vomit, and he also shall be in derision.

²⁷For was not Israel a derision unto thee? was he found among thieves? for since thou spakest of him, thou skippedst for joy.

²⁸O ye that dwell in Moab, leave the cities, and dwell in the rock, and be like the dove that maketh her nest in the sides of the hole's mouth.

²⁹We have heard the pride of Moab, (he is exceeding proud) his loftiness, and his arrogancy, and his pride, and the haughtiness of his heart.

What does it mean for you to be a source of encouragement rather than derision?

How do you handle feelings of joy when others are suffering?

When have you witnessed someone being mocked or ridiculed?

compassion

Strive to uplift others instead of joining in mockery, especially during their struggles.

empathy

Reflect on how your words can impact others and choose to speak life and hope.

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