Jeremiah 51:23

"With you I will break in pieces the chariot and him who rides therein. With you I will break in pieces man and woman. With you I will break in pieces the old man and the youth. With you I will break in pieces the young man and the virgin."

Key Reflection

This passage from Jeremiah 51:23 symbolizes the complete destruction of Babylon, not just physically but also through the breakdown of its societal structures and individuals, emphasizing the comprehensive nature of God's judgment on the nation. It highlights how no one—regardless of status or age—will escape unscathed, reflecting the severity of divine retribution against those who oppose Him.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Captains ... rulers -Jeremiah 51:28. Pashas and Sagans. The prophet dwells at length upon Babylon’s destructiveness.

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