Jeremiah 25:35 Meaning
And the shepherds shall have no way to flee, nor the principal of the flock to escape.
Context Explained
33And the slain of the LORD shall be at that day from one end of the earth even unto the other end of the earth: they shall not be lamented, neither gathered, nor buried; they shall be dung upon the ground.
34Howl, ye shepherds, and cry; and wallow yourselves in the ashes, ye principal of the flock: for the days of your slaughter and of your dispersions are accomplished; and ye shall fall like a pleasant vessel.
35And the shepherds shall have no way to flee, nor the principal of the flock to escape.
36A voice of the cry of the shepherds, and an howling of the principal of the flock, shall be heard: for the LORD hath spoiled their pasture.
37And the peaceable habitations are cut down because of the fierce anger of the LORD.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Ezekiel 34:12
Both verses emphasize the inability of leaders to escape judgment.
Matthew 23:34
This verse illustrates the futility of escaping divine judgment.
Source: Jeremiah 25:35