Jeremiah 50:29
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for Jeremiah 50:29 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
Jeremiah 50:29 is a verse from the book of Jeremiah in the Old Testament. The NIV reads: "Summon archers against Babylon, all those who draw the bow. Encamp all around her; let no one escape. Repay her for her ..." Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
Jeremiah 50:29 — NIV
“Summon archers against Babylon, all those who draw the bow. Encamp all around her; let no one escape. Repay her for her deeds; do to her all she has done. For she has defied the Lord, the Holy One of Israel.”
— Jeremiah 50:29 (NIV)
Cross-References for Jeremiah 50:29
“Sharpen the arrows, take up the shields! The Lord has stirred up the kings of the Medes, because his purpose is to destroy Babylon. The Lord will take vengeance, vengeance for his temple.”
Shares the theme of divine vengeance against Babylon.
“O Lord, the God who avenges, O God who avenges, shine forth. Rise up, Judge of the earth; pay back to the proud what they deserve.”
Similar call for God to execute vengeance.
“I will punish the world for its evil, the wicked for their sins. I will put an end to the arrogance of the haughty and will humble the pride of the ruthless.”
Shares the theme of punishing the wicked and the arrogant.
“Give back to her as she has given; pay her back double for what she has done. Pour her a double portion from her own cup.”
Echoes the call for retribution matching the offense.
“Take up your positions around Babylon, all you who draw the bow. Shoot at her! Spare no arrows, for she has sinned against the Lord.”
Contains a similar call to action against Babylon.
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