Jeremiah 51:49 net — “Babylon must fall because of the Israelites she has killed, just as the earth’s mortally wounded fell because of Babyl…

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"“Babylon must fall because of the Israelites she has killed, just as the earth’s mortally wounded fell because of Babylon."

— Jeremiah 51:49, NET Bible

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Jeremiah 51 — Context

46

Do not lose your courage or become afraid because of the reports that are heard in the land. For a report will come in one year. Another report will follow it in the next. There will be violence in the land with ruler fighting against ruler.”

47

“So the time will certainly come when I will punish the idols of Babylon. Her whole land will be put to shame. All her mortally wounded will collapse in her midst.

48

Then heaven and earth and all that is in them will sing for joy over Babylon. For destroyers from the north will attack it,” says the LORD.

49

“Babylon must fall because of the Israelites she has killed, just as the earth’s mortally wounded fell because of Babylon.

50

You who have escaped the sword, go, do not delay. Remember the LORD in a faraway land. Think about Jerusalem.

51

‘We are ashamed because we have been insulted. Our faces show our disgrace. For foreigners have invaded the holy rooms in the LORD’s temple.’

52

Yes, but the time will certainly come,” says the LORD,“when I will punish her idols. Throughout her land the mortally wounded will groan.

Jeremiah 51:49 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Jeremiah 51:49 say?
Jeremiah 51:49 in the NET Bible reads: ““Babylon must fall because of the Israelites she has killed, just as the earth’s mortally wounded fell because of Babylon.”
Where is Jeremiah 51:49 in the Bible?
Jeremiah 51:49 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Jeremiah, chapter 51, verse 49.
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 51:49.
What translation should I read Jeremiah 51:49 in?
Jeremiah 51:49 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 51:49?
Jeremiah 51:49 reads (NET): ““Babylon must fall because of the Israelites she has killed, just as the earth’s mortally wounded fell because of Babylon.” 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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