Then took I the cup at the LORD's hand, and made all the…
“Then took I the cup at the LORD's hand, and made all the nations to drink, unto whom the LORD had sent me: To wit, Jerusalem, and the cities of Judah, and the kings thereof, and the princes thereof, to make them a desolation, an astonishment, an hissing, and a curse; as it is this day; Pharaoh king of Egypt, and his servants, and his princes, and all his people; And all the mingled people, and all the kings of the land of Uz, and all the kings of the land of the Philistines, and Ashkelon, and Azzah, and Ekron, and the remnant of Ashdod, Edom, and Moab, and the children of Ammon, And all the kings of Tyrus, and all the kings of Zidon, and the kings of the isles which are beyond the sea, Dedan, and Tema, and Buz, and all that are in the utmost corners, And all the kings of Arabia, and all the kings of the mingled people that dwell in the desert, And all the kings of Zimri, and all the kings of Elam, and all the kings of the Medes, And all the kings of the north, far and near, one with an”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The passage depicts divine judgment, describing the destruction of nations and cities as a consequence of their sins, emphasizing the power of God over earthly kingdoms.
In simple terms: God punishes sinful nations, destroying them.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the limits of human power against divine will.
Themes
judgment
divine wrath
political power
destruction
prophecy
Mood
solemn
serious
reflective
Type
theological
historical
literary
When to use this quote
- religious study
- historical research
- ethical debates on divine justice
Key Concepts
theology
historical context
political analysis
Questions to Reflect On
- What does this say about power and morality?
- How can ancient judgments inform contemporary justice?
A Different Perspective
The text reflects ancient worldview and may not align with modern ethical standards.