Jeremiah 51:7
"“Flee out of the middle of Babylon! Everyone save his own life! Don’t be cut off in her iniquity, for it is the time of the LORD’s vengeance. He will give to her a recompense."
Key Reflection
Jeremiah 51:7 serves as a vivid command to those within Babylon to flee the city and save their lives, recognizing that it is under divine judgment. The verse reflects the immediate historical context of Babylon's fall, where the prophet speaks on behalf of God, urging people to escape before they are caught in the calamity. This passage underscores the severity of divine vengeance and the certainty of retribution for the city’s iniquities, aligning with broader themes of judgment and deliverance found throughout the prophetic books.
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From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes