Jeremiah 50:32 Meaning
And the most proud shall stumble and fall, and none shall raise him up: and I will kindle a fire in his cities, and it shall devour all round about him.
Context Explained
30Therefore shall her young men fall in the streets, and all her men of war shall be cut off in that day, saith the LORD.
31Behold, I am against thee, O thou most proud, saith the Lord GOD of hosts: for thy day is come, the time that I will visit thee.
32And the most proud shall stumble and fall, and none shall raise him up: and I will kindle a fire in his cities, and it shall devour all round about him.
33Thus saith the LORD of hosts; The children of Israel and the children of Judah were oppressed together: and all that took them captives held them fast; they refused to let them go.
34Their Redeemer is strong; the LORD of hosts is his name: he shall throughly plead their cause, that he may give rest to the land, and disquiet the inhabitants of Babylon.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Proverbs 11:2
This verse emphasizes that humility leads to wisdom, contrasting with the pride mentioned in Jeremiah.
Matthew 23:12
Jesus teaches that those who exalt themselves will be humbled, reflecting the theme of downfall.
Isaiah 14:15
Both verses discuss the fall of the proud, illustrating God's judgment.
Source: Jeremiah 50:32