Jeremiah 4:25
I beheld, and, lo, there was no man, and all the birds of the heavens were fled.
Original Language Analysis
רָאִ֕יתִי
I beheld
H7200
רָאִ֕יתִי
I beheld
Strong's:
H7200
Word #:
1 of 8
to see, literally or figuratively (in numerous applications, direct and implied, transitive, intransitive and causative)
הָאָדָ֑ם
and lo there was no man
H120
הָאָדָ֑ם
and lo there was no man
Strong's:
H120
Word #:
4 of 8
ruddy i.e., a human being (an individual or the species, mankind, etc.)
וְכָל
H3605
וְכָל
Strong's:
H3605
Word #:
5 of 8
properly, the whole; hence, all, any or every (in the singular only, but often in a plural sense)
ע֥וֹף
and all the birds
H5775
ע֥וֹף
and all the birds
Strong's:
H5775
Word #:
6 of 8
a bird (as covered with feathers, or rather as covering with wings), often collectively
Cross References
Jeremiah 12:4How long shall the land mourn, and the herbs of every field wither, for the wickedness of them that dwell therein? the beasts are consumed, and the birds; because they said, He shall not see our last end.Jeremiah 9:10For the mountains will I take up a weeping and wailing, and for the habitations of the wilderness a lamentation, because they are burned up, so that none can pass through them; neither can men hear the voice of the cattle; both the fowl of the heavens and the beast are fled; they are gone.Hosea 4:3Therefore shall the land mourn, and every one that dwelleth therein shall languish, with the beasts of the field, and with the fowls of heaven; yea, the fishes of the sea also shall be taken away.
Historical Context
Historical and cultural context for Jeremiah 4:25, including the time period during Jeremiah's ministry (627-586 BC), the political situation with Babylon's rise to power, and how this verse relates to Judah's covenant unfaithfulness and coming judgment.
Questions for Reflection
- How does Jeremiah 4:25 challenge your understanding of God's character and His dealings with His people?
- What practical application can you draw from Jeremiah 4:25 for your walk with Christ today?
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Analysis & Commentary
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