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Jeremiah 49:3 · KJV

"Howl, O Heshbon, for Ai is spoiled: cry, ye daughters of Rabbah, gird you with sackcloth; lament, and run to and fro by the hedges; for their king shall go into captivity, and his priests and his princes together."

King James Version

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Passage Context

1Concerning the Ammonites, thus saith the LORD; Hath Israel no sons? hath he no heir? why then doth their king inherit Gad, and his people dwell in his cities?
2Therefore, behold, the days come, saith the LORD, that I will cause an alarm of war to be heard in Rabbah of the Ammonites; and it shall be a desolate heap, and her daughters shall be burned with fire: then shall Israel be heir unto them that were his heirs, saith the LORD.
3Howl, O Heshbon, for Ai is spoiled: cry, ye daughters of Rabbah, gird you with sackcloth; lament, and run to and fro by the hedges; for their king shall go into captivity, and his priests and his princes together.
4Wherefore gloriest thou in the valleys, thy flowing valley, O backsliding daughter? that trusted in her treasures, saying, Who shall come unto me?
5Behold, I will bring a fear upon thee, saith the Lord GOD of hosts, from all those that be about thee; and ye shall be driven out every man right forth; and none shall gather up him that wandereth.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you respond to loss in your life?

2

What does it mean for you to lament?

3

When have you felt the need to cry out for help?

Life Application

grief

It's important to express your feelings during times of loss. Consider finding a safe space to share your grief with others.

community

Reach out to those in your community who may be suffering and offer your support.

Places in This Verse

Heshbon

Heshbon was a prominent city in ancient Moab, known for its strategic location and historical significance in biblical narratives.

Rabbah(Ammon, Jordan today)

Rabbah was the capital of the Ammonites and is mentioned frequently in the context of conflicts with Israel.

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