It took me 30 minutes to read the last three chapters of Jeremiah’s book. The poetry speaks of the coming punishment upon the kingdom of Babylon because of their arrogance. God was using them to punish Judah, but they went beyond God’s plan for them, thus turning the same punishment on that kingdom. The last part of verse 50:29 should be a warning to all nations: “For she insulted Adonai, the Holy One of Israel.” God is not ignorant of what is going on the world, even today. He has given nations and kingdoms authority to rule justly. But if they insult Him, their punishment will not be withheld. Some will insult him by rejecting His in word and deed. Other nations will reject him in deed, while speaking praise to His name. Both will receive His punishment.
Stuart
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