Jeremiah 6:4 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

Prepare ye war against her; arise, and let us go up at noon. Woe unto us! for the day goeth away, for the shadows of the evening are stretched out.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Get ready for battle against her; come on, let's attack at noon. Oh no! The day is passing by, and the evening shadows are getting longer.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

The writer is recording enemy commanders urgently preparing to attack Jerusalem, worried that daylight is running out for their assault.

📚 Historical Context

This verse is part of Jeremiah's prophecy about the coming Babylonian invasion of Jerusalem around 586 BC. The prophet is dramatically portraying the enemy armies as they prepare their siege against the city. The urgency reflects the military strategy of ancient warfare, where daylight hours were crucial for successful attacks.

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