And it shall come to pass at that day, saith the LORD, that the heart of the king shall perish, and the heart of the princes; and the priests shall be astonished, and the prophets shall wonder.
And when that day comes, says the LORD, the king will lose his courage and the princes will lose theirs too. The priests will be shocked and amazed, and the prophets will be left wondering what happened.
God is saying that when His judgment comes, even the most powerful leaders and religious figures will be completely overwhelmed and lose their confidence.
📚 Historical Context
Jeremiah was prophesying during a time when the kingdom of Judah was facing imminent invasion by the Babylonians due to their persistent idolatry and disobedience to God. This verse warns that even the king, princes, priests, and prophets would be terrified and lose their courage when God's judgment came. It reflects the historical reality of the Babylonian conquest around 586 BC, which led to the destruction of Jerusalem and the temple.
Explore Similar Verses
Ask the AI Assistant
Have a question about this chapter or verse? Ask below for a clear explanation.