Jeremiah 51:14

"You who dwell on many waters, abundant in treasures, your end has come, the measure of your covetousness."

Key Reflection

This verse metaphorically describes Babylon as a prosperous and wealthy nation, but predicts its downfall due to its greed and materialism. The "many waters" symbolize Babylon's extensive trade networks and wealth, while the "measure of your covetousness" indicates that the time for such covetous behavior has run its course, signaling the city’s impending destruction.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Rather, “Surely I have filled thee with men as with locusts, and they shall sing over thee the vintage-song.” The vintage-shout suggests the idea of trampling Babylon under foot, as the vintagers trample the grapes; a metaphor of the divine wrath.

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