Jeremiah 14:6

"Yes, the doe in the field also calves and forsakes her young, because there is no grass."

Key Reflection

In Jeremiah 14:6, the prophet describes a devastating drought that has rendered the land barren, even affecting animals such as does in the field. The original audience would have readily understood this image as a dire warning of divine judgment, reflecting the severe and unprecedented nature of the drought they faced. This stark depiction of animal suffering underscores the severity of their situation, highlighting how far-reaching God’s wrath was perceived to be.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Like dragons - “Like jackals”Jeremiah 9:11. No grass -The keen sight of the wild donkey is well known, but they look around in vain for herb.

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