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Jeremiah 47:7-1964 bbe — How is it possible for it to be quiet, seeing that the Lord has given it orders? against Ashkelon and against the sea-l…

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"How is it possible for it to be quiet, seeing that the Lord has given it orders? against Ashkelon and against the sea-land he has given it directions."

— Jeremiah 47:7-1964, Bible in Basic English

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“How can it be quiet, seeing the Lord hath given it a charge against Ashkelon, and against the sea shore? there hath he appointed it. ”
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Jeremiah 47 — Context

Because of the day which is coming with destruction on all the Philistines, cutting off from Tyre and Zidon the last of their helpers: for the Lord will send destruction on the Philistines, the rest of the sea-land of Caphtor.

The hair is cut off from the head of Gaza; Ashkelon has come to nothing; the last of the Anakim are deeply wounding themselves.

O sword of the Lord, how long will you have no rest? put yourself back into your cover; be at peace, be quiet.

How is it possible for it to be quiet, seeing that the Lord has given it orders? against Ashkelon and against the sea-land he has given it directions.

Jeremiah 47:7-1964 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Jeremiah 47:7-1964 say?

Jeremiah 47:7-1964 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “How is it possible for it to be quiet, seeing that the Lord has given it orders? against Ashkelon and against the sea-land he has given it directions.”

Where is Jeremiah 47:7-1964 in the Bible?

Jeremiah 47:7-1964 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Jeremiah, chapter 47, verses 7–1964.

Who wrote Jeremiah?

Jeremiah is traditionally attributed to Jeremiah, with scribal help from Baruch. It was written c. 627–580 BC.

What is the book of Jeremiah about?

Jeremiah, the "weeping prophet," ministered through Judah's slow-motion collapse — pleading with kings and people to repent, suffering imprisonment for his message, and ultimately watching Jerusalem fall. Yet in the midst of judgment he promises a new covenant written on the heart.

What are the major themes of Jeremiah?

Jeremiah explores themes including Judgment, Repentance, New Covenant, Suffering Prophet, Hope. These themes shape the meaning and context of Jeremiah 47:7-1964.

What translation should I read Jeremiah 47:7-1964 in?

Jeremiah 47:7-1964 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.

How can I memorize Jeremiah 47:7-1964?

Jeremiah 47:7-1964 reads (BBE): “How is it possible for it to be quiet, seeing that the Lord has given it orders? against Ashkelon and against the sea-land he has given it directions.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.

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