Jeremiah 48:16
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for Jeremiah 48:16 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
Jeremiah 48:16 is a verse from the book of Jeremiah in the Old Testament. The KJV reads: "The calamity of Moab is near to come, and his affliction hasteth fast." Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
Jeremiah 48:16 — KJV
“The calamity of Moab is near to come, and his affliction hasteth fast.”
— Jeremiah 48:16 (KJV)
Jeremiah 48:16 in Context — About the Book of Jeremiah
Jeremiah preached for forty years to a nation that would not listen, weeping as Jerusalem fell. Yet from the rubble come some of Scripture's most hopeful promises: plans to prosper and not harm, a new covenant written on hearts, and a God who invites us to call and see great things.
Cross-References for Jeremiah 48:16
“And it came to pass, when he was come near to enter into Egypt, that he said unto Sarai his wife, Behold now, I know that thou art a fair woman to look upon:”
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“But Abimelech had not come near her: and he said, Lord, wilt thou slay also a righteous nation?”
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“And Isaac said unto Jacob, Come near, I pray thee, that I may feel thee, my son, whether thou be my very son Esau or not.”
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“And his father Isaac said unto him, Come near now, and kiss me, my son.”
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“And Joseph said unto his brethren, Come near to me, I pray you. And they came near. And he said, I am Joseph your brother, whom ye sold into Egypt.”
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