Jeremiah 49:23 cpdv — Against Damascus. “Hamath has been confounded, with Arpad. For they have heard a most grievous report. They have been s…

Catholic Public Domain Version

"Against Damascus. “Hamath has been confounded, with Arpad. For they have heard a most grievous report. They have been stirred up like the sea. Because of anxiousness, they were not able to rest. "

— Jeremiah 49:23, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Jeremiah 49 — Context

20

Because of this, listen to the counsel of the Lord, which he has undertaken concerning Edom, and to his thoughts, which he has devised concerning the inhabitants of Teman. Certainly, the little ones of the flock will cast them down, unless they scatter them with their habitation.

21

The earth has been shaken at the noise of their destruction. The outcry of their voice has been heard at the Red Sea.

22

Behold, he will ascend like an eagle and will fly. And he will spread his wings over Bozrah. And in that day, the heart of the strong ones of Idumea will be like the heart of a woman giving birth.”

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Against Damascus. “Hamath has been confounded, with Arpad. For they have heard a most grievous report. They have been stirred up like the sea. Because of anxiousness, they were not able to rest.

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Damascus has been broken. She has been turned to flight. Trembling has taken hold of her. Anguish and sorrows have seized her, like a woman giving birth.

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How could they have abandoned the praiseworthy city, the city of rejoicing?

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For this reason, her young men will fall in her streets. And all the men of battle will be silenced in that day, says the Lord of hosts.

Jeremiah 49:23 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Jeremiah 49:23 say?
Jeremiah 49:23 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “Against Damascus. “Hamath has been confounded, with Arpad. For they have heard a most grievous report. They have been stirred up like the sea. Because of anxiousness, they were not able to rest. ”
Where is Jeremiah 49:23 in the Bible?
Jeremiah 49:23 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Jeremiah, chapter 49, verse 23.
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 49:23.
What translation should I read Jeremiah 49:23 in?
Jeremiah 49:23 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 49:23?
Jeremiah 49:23 reads (CPDV): “Against Damascus. “Hamath has been confounded, with Arpad. For they have heard a most grievous report. They have been stirred up like the sea. Because of anxiousness, they were not able to rest. ” 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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