Jeremiah 48:29
We have heard the pride of Moab, (he is exceeding proud) his loftiness, and his arrogancy, and his pride, and the haughtiness of his heart.
Original Language Analysis
שָׁמַ֥עְנוּ
We have heard
H8085
שָׁמַ֥עְנוּ
We have heard
Strong's:
H8085
Word #:
1 of 10
to hear intelligently (often with implication of attention, obedience, etc.; causatively, to tell, etc.)
מוֹאָ֖ב
of Moab
H4124
מוֹאָ֖ב
of Moab
Strong's:
H4124
Word #:
3 of 10
moab, an incestuous son of lot; also his territory and descendants
מְאֹ֑ד
he is exceeding
H3966
מְאֹ֑ד
he is exceeding
Strong's:
H3966
Word #:
5 of 10
properly, vehemence, i.e., (with or without preposition) vehemently; by implication, wholly, speedily, etc. (often with other words as an intensive or
וְגַאֲוָת֖וֹ
and his arrogancy
H1346
וְגַאֲוָת֖וֹ
and his arrogancy
Strong's:
H1346
Word #:
8 of 10
arrogance or majesty; by implication, (concretely) ornament
Historical Context
Moab's pride was legendary among ancient Near Eastern nations. Their self-sufficiency and arrogance toward Judah brought consistent prophetic denunciation.
Questions for Reflection
- Why does Scripture use so many words to describe Moab's pride?
- What forms does pride take in your own heart and culture?
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Analysis & Commentary
Moab's pride is described with escalating terms: 'We have heard the pride of Moab, (he is exceeding proud) his loftiness, and his arrogancy, and his pride, and the haughtiness of his heart.' This repetitive emphasis underscores pride as Moab's defining sin. The multiplication of synonyms hammers home the point - pride in all its forms provokes God's judgment.