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Jeremiah 49:21 · KJV

"The earth is moved at the noise of their fall, at the cry the noise thereof was heard in the Red sea."

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Passage Context

19Behold, he shall come up like a lion from the swelling of Jordan against the habitation of the strong: but I will suddenly make him run away from her: and who is a chosen man, that I may appoint over her? for who is like me? and who will appoint me the time? and who is that shepherd that will stand before me?
20Therefore hear the counsel of the LORD, that he hath taken against Edom; and his purposes, that he hath purposed against the inhabitants of Teman: Surely the least of the flock shall draw them out: surely he shall make their habitations desolate with them.
21The earth is moved at the noise of their fall, at the cry the noise thereof was heard in the Red sea.
22Behold, he shall come up and fly as the eagle, and spread his wings over Bozrah: and at that day shall the heart of the mighty men of Edom be as the heart of a woman in her pangs.
23Concerning Damascus. Hamath is confounded, and Arpad: for they have heard evil tidings: they are fainthearted; there is sorrow on the sea; it cannot be quiet.

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Reflection Questions

1

How does the concept of collective suffering resonate with you?

2

What does this verse reveal about the consequences of conflict for you?

3

When have you felt the weight of a community's loss?

Life Application

grief

Consider how you can support those grieving in your community.

faith

Reflect on how your faith can provide comfort during times of turmoil.

Places in This Verse

Red Sea

The Red Sea is a significant body of water in biblical history, often associated with the Exodus. It symbolizes both deliverance and destruction in various narratives.

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