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They sound like the roaring sea as they ride on their horses; they come like men in battle formation to attack you, Daughter Zion.&#8221 <a href="/nlt/jeremiah/6.htm">New Living Translation</a> They are armed with bows and spears. They are cruel and show no mercy. They sound like a roaring sea as they ride forward on horses. They are coming in battle formation, planning to destroy you, beautiful Jerusalem.” <a href="/esv/jeremiah/6.htm">English Standard Version</a> They lay hold on bow and javelin; they are cruel and have no mercy; the sound of them is like the roaring sea; they ride on horses, set in array as a man for battle, against you, O daughter of Zion!” <a href="/bsb/jeremiah/6.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> They grasp the bow and spear; they are cruel and merciless. Their voice roars like the sea, and they ride upon horses, lined up like men in formation against you, O Daughter of Zion.” <a href="/kjv/jeremiah/6.htm">King James Bible</a> They shall lay hold on bow and spear; they are cruel, and have no mercy; their voice roareth like the sea; and they ride upon horses, set in array as men for war against thee, O daughter of Zion. <a href="/nkjv/jeremiah/6.htm">New King James Version</a> They will lay hold on bow and spear; They are cruel and have no mercy; Their voice roars like the sea; And they ride on horses, As men of war set in array against you, O daughter of Zion.” <a href="/nasb_/jeremiah/6.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> “They seize bow and spear; They are cruel and have no mercy; Their voice roars like the sea, And they ride on horses, Lined up as a man for the battle Against you, daughter of Zion!” <a href="/nasb/jeremiah/6.htm">NASB 1995</a> &#8220They seize bow and spear; They are cruel and have no mercy; Their voice roars like the sea, And they ride on horses, Arrayed as a man for the battle Against you, O daughter of Zion!&#8221 <a href="/nasb77/jeremiah/6.htm">NASB 1977 </a> “They seize bow and spear; They are cruel and have no mercy; Their voice roars like the sea, And they ride on horses, Arrayed as a man for the battle Against you, O daughter of Zion!” <a href="/lsb/jeremiah/6.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> They take hold of bow and spear; They are cruel and have no compassion; Their voice roars like the sea, And they ride on horses, Arranged as a man for the battle Against you, O daughter of Zion!” <a href="/amp/jeremiah/6.htm">Amplified Bible</a> “They seize bow and spear; They are cruel and inhuman and have no mercy. Their voice sounds like the roaring sea; They ride [in formation] on horses, Arrayed as a man for battle Against you, O Daughter of Zion (Jerusalem)!” <a href="/csb/jeremiah/6.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> They grasp bow and javelin. They are cruel and show no mercy. Their voice roars like the sea, and they ride on horses, lined up like men in battle formation against you, Daughter Zion. <a href="/hcsb/jeremiah/6.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> They grasp bow and javelin. They are cruel and show no mercy. Their voice roars like the sea, and they ride on horses, lined up like men in battle formation against you, Daughter Zion. <a href="/asv/jeremiah/6.htm">American Standard Version</a> They lay hold on bow and spear; they are cruel, and have no mercy; their voice roareth like the sea, and they ride upon horses, every one set in array, as a man to the battle, against thee, O daughter of Zion. <a href="/cev/jeremiah/6.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> Its well-armed troops are cruel and never show mercy. Their galloping horses sound like ocean waves pounding on the shore. This army will attack you, lovely Jerusalem." <a href="/erv/jeremiah/6.htm">English Revised Version</a> They lay hold on bow and spear; they are cruel, and have no mercy; their voice roareth like the sea, and they ride upon horses; every one set in array, as a man to the battle, against thee, O daughter of Zion. <a href="/gwt/jeremiah/6.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> Its people take hold of bows and spears. They are cruel and have no compassion. They sound like the roaring sea. They ride on horses. They march like soldiers ready for battle against my people Zion. <a href="/gnt/jeremiah/6.htm">Good News Translation</a> They have taken up their bows and swords; they are cruel and merciless. They sound like the roaring sea, as they ride their horses. They are ready for battle against Jerusalem." <a href="/isv/jeremiah/6.htm">International Standard Version</a> They grab bow and spear; they're cruel and show no mercy. Their sound roars like the sea as they ride on horses, deployed like men ready for battle against you, daughter of Zion." <a href="/msb/jeremiah/6.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> They grasp the bow and spear; they are cruel and merciless. Their voice roars like the sea, and they ride upon horses, lined up like men in formation against you, O Daughter of Zion.? <a href="/net/jeremiah/6.htm">NET Bible</a> Its soldiers are armed with bows and spears. They are cruel and show no mercy. They sound like the roaring sea as they ride forth on their horses. Lined up in formation like men going into battle to attack you, Daughter Zion.'" <a href="/nheb/jeremiah/6.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> They take hold of bow and spear. They are cruel, and have no mercy. Their voice roars like the sea, and they ride on horses, everyone set in array, as a man to the battle, against you, daughter of Zion.'" <a href="/wbt/jeremiah/6.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> They shall lay hold on bow and spear; they are cruel, and have no mercy; their voice roareth like the sea; and they ride upon horses, set in array as men for war against thee, O daughter of Zion. <a href="/web/jeremiah/6.htm">World English Bible</a> They take hold of bow and spear. They are cruel, and have no mercy. Their voice roars like the sea, and they ride on horses, everyone set in array, as a man to the battle, against you, daughter of Zion.” <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/jeremiah/6.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> They take hold of bow and javelin, "" It [is] fierce, and they have no mercy, "" Their voice sounds as a sea, "" And they ride on horses, "" Set in array as a man of war, "" Against you, O daughter of Zion.” <a href="/ylt/jeremiah/6.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> Bow and javelin they take hold of, Fierce it is, and they have no mercy, Their voice as a sea doth sound, And on horses they ride, set in array as a man of war, Against thee, O daughter of Zion. <a href="/slt/jeremiah/6.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> They shall lay hold of bow and javelin; it is fierce and they will not pity; their voice will roar as the sea, and they will ride upon horses arranged as men for war against thee, O daughter of Zion.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/jeremiah/6.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> They shall lay hold on arrow and shield: they are cruel, and will have no mercy. Their voice shall roar like the sea: and they shall mount upon horses, prepared as men for war, against thee, O daughter of Sion. <a href="/cpdv/jeremiah/6.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> They will take hold of arrow and shield. They are cruel, and they will not take pity. Their voice will roar like the ocean. And they will climb upon horses, for they have been prepared like men for battle, against you, O daughter of Zion. <a href="/nabre/jeremiah/6.htm">New American Bible</a> Bow and javelin they wield; cruel and pitiless are they. They sound like the roaring sea as they ride forth on horses, Each in his place for battle against you, daughter Zion. <a href="/nrsvce/jeremiah/6.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> They grasp the bow and the javelin, they are cruel and have no mercy, their sound is like the roaring sea; they ride on horses, equipped like a warrior for battle, against you, O daughter Zion!<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/jeremiah/6.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> They shall be armed with bows and spears; they are cruel and have no mercy; their voices roar like the sea; and they ride upon horses set in array as men for war against you, O daughter of Zion. <a href="/hpbt/jeremiah/6.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a> With bows and with spears they are equipped; they are evil and have no compassion; their voice is like the sea that rages, and they ride upon horses, and they are prepared like mighty men for battle against you, daughter of Zion<div class="vheading2">OT Translations</div><a href="/jps/jeremiah/6.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a> They lay hold on bow and spear, They are cruel, and have no compassion; Their voice is like the roaring sea, And they ride upon horses; Set in array, as a man for war, Against thee, O daughter of Zion. <a href="/sep/jeremiah/6.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a> They shall lay hold on bow and spear; the people is fierce, and will have no mercy; their voice is as the roaring sea; they shall array themselves for war against thee as fire on horses and chariots, O daughter of Sion. <a href="/parallel/jeremiah/6-23.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv">Audio Bible</div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/5k55c51ZGhs?start=1996" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe> <div class="vheadingv">Context</div><a href="/bsb/jeremiah/6.htm">An Invasion from the North</a> 22This is what the LORD says: “Behold, an army is coming from the land of the north; a great nation is stirred up from the ends of the earth. 23<a href="/hebrew/2388.htm" title="2388: ya·ḥă·zî·qū (V-Hifil-Imperf-3mp) -- A primitive root; to fasten upon; hence, to seize, be strong, obstinate; to bind, restrain, conquer.">They grasp</a> <a href="/hebrew/7198.htm" title="7198: qe·šeṯ (N-fs) -- A bow. From qashah in the original sense of bending: a bow, for shooting or the iris.">the bow</a> <a href="/hebrew/3591.htm" title="3591: wə·ḵî·ḏō·wn (Conj-w:: N-ms) -- A dart, javelin. From the same as kiyd; properly, something to strike with, i.e. A dart.">and spear;</a> <a href="/hebrew/1931.htm" title="1931: hū (Pro-3ms) -- He, she, it. ">they are</a> <a href="/hebrew/394.htm" title="394: ’aḵ·zā·rî (Adj-ms) -- Cruel. From 'akzar; terrible.">cruel</a> <a href="/hebrew/3808.htm" title="3808: wə·lō (Conj-w:: Adv-NegPrt) -- Not. Or lowi; or loh; a primitive particle; not; by implication, no; often used with other particles."></a> <a href="/hebrew/7355.htm" title="7355: yə·ra·ḥê·mū (V-Piel-Imperf-3mp) -- To love, have compassion. A primitive root; to fondle; by implication, to love, especially to compassionate.">and merciless.</a> <a href="/hebrew/6963.htm" title="6963: qō·w·lām (N-msc:: 3mp) -- Sound, voice. Or qol; from an unused root meaning to call aloud; a voice or sound.">Their voice</a> <a href="/hebrew/1993.htm" title="1993: ye·hĕ·meh (V-Qal-Imperf-3ms) -- A primitive root; to make a loud sound like Engl. hum); by implication, to be in great commotion or tumult, to rage, war, moan, clamor.">roars</a> <a href="/hebrew/3220.htm" title="3220: kay·yām (Prep-k, Art:: N-ms) -- A sea or large body of water; specifically, the Mediterranean Sea; sometimes a large river.">like the sea,</a> <a href="/hebrew/7392.htm" title="7392: yir·kā·ḇū (V-Qal-Imperf-3mp) -- To mount and ride, ride. A primitive root; to ride; causatively, to place upon, to despatch.">and they ride</a> <a href="/hebrew/5921.htm" title="5921: wə·‘al- (Conj-w:: Prep) -- Properly, the same as al used as a preposition; above, over, upon, or against in a great variety of applications.">upon</a> <a href="/hebrew/5483.htm" title="5483: sū·sîm (N-mp) -- A swallow, swift (type of bird). Or cuc; from an unused root meaning to skip; a horse; also a swallow.">horses,</a> <a href="/hebrew/6186.htm" title="6186: ‘ā·rūḵ (V-Qal-QalPassPrtcpl-ms) -- To set in a, row, arrange, put in order. A primitive root; to set in a row, i.e. Arrange, put in order.">lined up</a> <a href="/hebrew/376.htm" title="376: kə·’îš (Prep-k:: N-ms) -- Man. Contracted for 'enowsh; a man as an individual or a male person; often used as an adjunct to a more definite term.">like men</a> <a href="/hebrew/4421.htm" title="4421: lam·mil·ḥā·māh (Prep-l, Art:: N-fs) -- A battle, war. From lacham; a battle; generally, war.">in formation</a> <a href="/hebrew/5921.htm" title="5921: ‘ā·la·yiḵ (Prep:: 2fs) -- Properly, the same as al used as a preposition; above, over, upon, or against in a great variety of applications.">against you,</a> <a href="/hebrew/1323.htm" title="1323: baṯ- (N-fsc) -- Daughter. From banah; a daughter.">O Daughter</a> <a href="/hebrew/6726.htm" title="6726: ṣî·yō·wn (N-proper-fs) -- A mountain in Jer., also a name for Jer. The same as tsiyuwn; Tsijon, a mountain of Jerusalem.">of Zion.”</a> 24We have heard the report; our hands hang limp. Anguish has gripped us, pain like that of a woman in labor.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div> <a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><a href="/isaiah/5-26.htm">Isaiah 5:26-30</a> He lifts a banner for the distant nations and whistles for those at the ends of the earth. Behold—how speedily and swiftly they come! / None of them grows weary or stumbles; no one slumbers or sleeps. No belt is loose and no sandal strap is broken. / Their arrows are sharpened, and all their bows are strung. The hooves of their horses are like flint; their chariot wheels are like a whirlwind. ... <a href="/habakkuk/1-6.htm">Habakkuk 1:6-10</a> For behold, I am raising up the Chaldeans—that ruthless and impetuous nation which marches through the breadth of the earth to seize dwellings not their own. / They are dreaded and feared; from themselves they derive justice and sovereignty. / Their horses are swifter than leopards, fiercer than wolves of the night. Their horsemen charge ahead, and their cavalry comes from afar. They fly like a vulture, swooping down to devour. ... <a href="/deuteronomy/28-49.htm">Deuteronomy 28:49-50</a> The LORD will bring a nation from afar, from the ends of the earth, to swoop down upon you like an eagle—a nation whose language you will not understand, / a ruthless nation with no respect for the old and no pity for the young. <a href="/isaiah/13-4.htm">Isaiah 13:4-5</a> Listen, a tumult on the mountains, like that of a great multitude! Listen, an uproar among the kingdoms, like nations gathered together! The LORD of Hosts is mobilizing an army for war. / They are coming from faraway lands, from the ends of the heavens—the LORD and the weapons of His wrath—to destroy the whole country. <a href="/ezekiel/23-22.htm">Ezekiel 23:22-24</a> Therefore, Oholibah, this is what the Lord GOD says: ‘I will incite your lovers against you, those from whom you turned away in disgust. And I will bring them against you from every side— / the Babylonians and all the Chaldeans, the men of Pekod, Shoa, and Koa, and all the Assyrians with them—all desirable young men, governors and commanders, officers and men of renown, mounted on horses. / They will come against you with a host of peoples, with weapons, chariots, and wagons. They will array themselves against you on every side with buckler and shield and helmet. I will delegate judgment to them, and they will punish you according to their own standards. <a href="/joel/2-2.htm">Joel 2:2-11</a> a day of darkness and gloom, a day of clouds and blackness. Like the dawn overspreading the mountains a great and strong army appears, such as never was of old, nor will ever be in ages to come. / Before them a fire devours, and behind them a flame scorches. The land before them is like the Garden of Eden, but behind them, it is like a desert wasteland—surely nothing will escape them. / Their appearance is like that of horses, and they gallop like swift steeds. ... <a href="/isaiah/14-31.htm">Isaiah 14:31</a> Wail, O gate! Cry out, O city! Melt away, all you Philistines! For a cloud of smoke comes from the north, and there are no stragglers in its ranks. <a href="/zephaniah/1-14.htm">Zephaniah 1:14-16</a> The great Day of the LORD is near—near and coming quickly. Listen, the Day of the LORD! Then the cry of the mighty will be bitter. / That day will be a day of wrath, a day of trouble and distress, a day of destruction and desolation, a day of darkness and gloom, a day of clouds and blackness, / a day of horn blast and battle cry against the fortified cities, and against the high corner towers. <a href="/isaiah/30-27.htm">Isaiah 30:27-28</a> Behold, the Name of the LORD comes from afar, with burning anger and dense smoke. His lips are full of fury, and His tongue is like a consuming fire. / His breath is like a rushing torrent that rises to the neck. He comes to sift the nations in a sieve of destruction; He bridles the jaws of the peoples to lead them astray. <a href="/lamentations/4-19.htm">Lamentations 4:19</a> Those who chased us were swifter than the eagles in the sky; they pursued us over the mountains and ambushed us in the wilderness. <a href="/matthew/24-6.htm">Matthew 24:6-8</a> You will hear of wars and rumors of wars, but see to it that you are not alarmed. These things must happen, but the end is still to come. / Nation will rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom. There will be famines and earthquakes in various places. / All these are the beginning of birth pains. <a href="/luke/21-25.htm">Luke 21:25-26</a> There will be signs in the sun and moon and stars, and on the earth dismay among the nations, bewildered by the roaring of the sea and the surging of the waves. / Men will faint from fear and anxiety over what is coming upon the earth, for the powers of the heavens will be shaken. <a href="/revelation/9-7.htm">Revelation 9:7-9</a> And the locusts looked like horses prepared for battle, with something like crowns of gold on their heads; and their faces were like the faces of men. / They had hair like that of women, and teeth like those of lions. / They also had breastplates like breastplates of iron, and the sound of their wings was like the roar of many horses and chariots rushing into battle. <a href="/revelation/6-2.htm">Revelation 6:2-8</a> So I looked and saw a white horse, and its rider held a bow. And he was given a crown, and he rode out to overcome and conquer. / And when the Lamb opened the second seal, I heard the second living creature say, “Come!” / Then another horse went forth. It was bright red, and its rider was granted permission to take away peace from the earth and to make men slay one another. And he was given a great sword. ... <a href="/mark/13-7.htm">Mark 13:7-8</a> When you hear of wars and rumors of wars, do not be alarmed. These things must happen, but the end is still to come. / Nation will rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom. There will be earthquakes in various places, as well as famines. These are the beginning of birth pains.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>They shall lay hold on bow and spear; they are cruel, and have no mercy; their voice roars like the sea; and they ride on horses, set in array as men for war against you, O daughter of Zion.They shall.<a href="/jeremiah/5-16.htm">Jeremiah 5:16</a> Their quiver is as an open sepulchre, they are all mighty men.<a href="/jeremiah/50-42.htm">Jeremiah 50:42</a> They shall hold the bow and the lance: they are cruel, and will not shew mercy: their voice shall roar like the sea, and they shall ride upon horses, every one put in array, like a man to the battle, against thee, O daughter of Babylon.<a href="/isaiah/13-18.htm">Isaiah 13:18</a> Their bows also shall dash the young men to pieces; and they shall have no pity on the fruit of the womb; their eye shall not spare children.cruel.<a href="/jeremiah/30-14.htm">Jeremiah 30:14</a> All thy lovers have forgotten thee; they seek thee not; for I have wounded thee with the wound of an enemy, with the chastisement of a cruel one, for the multitude of thine iniquity; because thy sins were increased.<a href="/isaiah/13-18.htm">Isaiah 13:18</a> Their bows also shall dash the young men to pieces; and they shall have no pity on the fruit of the womb; their eye shall not spare children.<a href="/isaiah/19-4.htm">Isaiah 19:4</a> And the Egyptians will I give over into the hand of a cruel lord; and a fierce king shall rule over them, saith the Lord, the LORD of hosts.their.<a href="/jeremiah/4-13.htm">Jeremiah 4:13</a> Behold, he shall come up as clouds, and his chariots shall be as a whirlwind: his horses are swifter than eagles. Woe unto us! for we are spoiled.<a href="/isaiah/5-26.htm">Isaiah 5:26-30</a> And he will lift up an ensign to the nations from far, and will hiss unto them from the end of the earth: and, behold, they shall come with speed swiftly: … <a href="/luke/21-25.htm">Luke 21:25,26</a> And there shall be signs in the sun, and in the moon, and in the stars; and upon the earth distress of nations, with perplexity; the sea and the waves roaring; … <div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/isaiah/65-11.htm">Array</a> <a href="/jeremiah/6-4.htm">Battle</a> <a href="/jeremiah/4-29.htm">Bow</a> <a href="/isaiah/63-15.htm">Compassion</a> <a href="/jeremiah/6-7.htm">Cruel</a> <a href="/jeremiah/6-14.htm">Daughter</a> <a href="/jeremiah/4-19.htm">Hold</a> <a href="/jeremiah/5-8.htm">Horses</a> <a href="/jeremiah/6-21.htm">Lay</a> <a href="/isaiah/64-4.htm">Mercy</a> <a href="/isaiah/58-14.htm">Ride</a> <a href="/isaiah/5-29.htm">Roareth</a> <a href="/isaiah/17-12.htm">Roaring</a> <a href="/isaiah/5-29.htm">Roars</a> <a href="/jeremiah/5-22.htm">Sea</a> <a href="/isaiah/28-19.htm">Seize</a> <a href="/isaiah/13-15.htm">Spear</a> <a href="/jeremiah/6-17.htm">Voice</a> <a href="/jeremiah/6-4.htm">War</a> <a href="/jeremiah/6-2.htm">Zion</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/jeremiah/43-12.htm">Array</a> <a href="/jeremiah/8-6.htm">Battle</a> <a href="/jeremiah/7-2.htm">Bow</a> <a href="/jeremiah/12-15.htm">Compassion</a> <a href="/jeremiah/7-6.htm">Cruel</a> <a href="/jeremiah/6-26.htm">Daughter</a> <a href="/jeremiah/6-24.htm">Hold</a> <a href="/jeremiah/8-16.htm">Horses</a> <a href="/jeremiah/15-6.htm">Lay</a> <a href="/jeremiah/9-24.htm">Mercy</a> <a href="/jeremiah/50-42.htm">Ride</a> <a href="/hosea/11-10.htm">Roareth</a> <a href="/jeremiah/50-42.htm">Roaring</a> <a href="/jeremiah/12-8.htm">Roars</a> <a href="/jeremiah/25-22.htm">Sea</a> <a href="/jeremiah/36-26.htm">Seize</a> <a href="/jeremiah/50-42.htm">Spear</a> <a href="/jeremiah/7-13.htm">Voice</a> <a href="/jeremiah/14-9.htm">War</a> <a href="/jeremiah/8-11.htm">Zion</a><div class="vheading2">Jeremiah 6</div>1. <a href="/jeremiah/6-1.htm">The enemies sent against Judah,</a> 4. <a href="/jeremiah/6-4.htm">encourage themselves.</a> 6. <a href="/jeremiah/6-6.htm">God sets them on work because of their sins.</a> 9. <a href="/jeremiah/6-9.htm">The prophet laments the judgments of God because of their sins.</a> 18. <a href="/jeremiah/6-18.htm">He proclaims God's wrath.</a> 26. <a href="/jeremiah/6-26.htm">He calls the people to mourn for the judgment on their sins.</a> </div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/jeremiah/6.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/jeremiah/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/jeremiah/6.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div>They grasp the bow and spear; This phrase highlights the military prowess and preparedness of the invading forces. The bow and spear were common weapons in ancient warfare, symbolizing both offensive and defensive capabilities. Historically, the Babylonians, who are the likely invaders in this context, were known for their skilled archers and formidable infantry. The use of these weapons indicates a well-equipped and organized army, emphasizing the seriousness of the threat against Judah.they are cruel and merciless. The description of the invaders as "cruel and merciless" underscores the severity of the impending judgment. This reflects the nature of the Babylonian conquest, known for its brutality and destruction. Theologically, this serves as a warning of the consequences of persistent disobedience to God. The cruelty of the invaders is a tool of divine judgment, illustrating the seriousness of turning away from God's covenant.Their voice roars like the sea, The imagery of a roaring sea conveys overwhelming power and unstoppable force. In biblical literature, the sea often symbolizes chaos and destruction. This metaphor suggests the invaders' approach is as relentless and terrifying as a stormy ocean. The sound of their advance would instill fear, much like the tumultuous waves. This also connects to other scriptural uses of the sea as a symbol of God's judgment, such as in <a href="/isaiah/17-12.htm">Isaiah 17:12-13</a>.and they ride upon horses, Horses in ancient warfare were symbols of speed and strength. The mention of horses indicates the swift and powerful nature of the invasion. The Babylonians were known for their cavalry, which played a crucial role in their military campaigns. This detail emphasizes the advanced military tactics and the inevitable nature of the coming destruction.lined up like men in formation This phrase highlights the discipline and organization of the invading army. The imagery of soldiers in formation suggests a well-coordinated and strategic approach to warfare. This contrasts with the disarray and unpreparedness of Judah, serving as a metaphor for the spiritual disarray of the people. The organized formation also reflects the inevitability of the judgment, as it is carried out with precision and purpose.against you, O Daughter of Zion.” "Daughter of Zion" is a poetic term for Jerusalem and, by extension, the people of Judah. This phrase personalizes the prophecy, indicating that the judgment is directed specifically at God's chosen people. Zion holds significant theological importance as the city of David and the location of the temple, symbolizing God's presence among His people. The impending attack is not just a military event but a spiritual crisis, highlighting the broken relationship between God and His people due to their unfaithfulness. This also foreshadows the eventual hope of restoration and redemption, as Zion is central to messianic prophecies and the ultimate return to God's favor.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/j/jeremiah.htm">Jeremiah</a> A prophet called by God to deliver messages of warning and judgment to the people of Judah. His ministry spanned the reigns of several kings and was marked by his lamentations over the people's unfaithfulness. 2. <a href="/topical/d/daughter_of_zion.htm">Daughter of Zion</a> A poetic term referring to the city of Jerusalem and its inhabitants. It symbolizes the people of God who are under threat due to their disobedience. 3. <a href="/topical/t/the_invading_army.htm">The Invading Army</a> This refers to the Babylonian forces that God used as instruments of judgment against Judah. They are described as cruel and merciless, emphasizing the severity of the impending judgment. 4. <a href="/topical/b/bow_and_spear.htm">Bow and Spear</a> These are weapons of war, symbolizing the military might and preparedness of the invading forces. 5. <a href="/topical/t/the_sea.htm">The Sea</a> The roaring voice of the invaders is likened to the sea, symbolizing overwhelming power and unstoppable force.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/g/god's_sovereignty_in_judgment.htm">God's Sovereignty in Judgment</a> God uses nations and events to fulfill His purposes. Understanding His sovereignty helps us trust His plans even when they involve difficult circumstances. <a href="/topical/t/the_consequences_of_disobedience.htm">The Consequences of Disobedience</a> The judgment on Judah serves as a warning about the serious consequences of turning away from God. It calls us to examine our own lives for areas of disobedience. <a href="/topical/t/the_power_of_repentance.htm">The Power of Repentance</a> While judgment is pronounced, the broader context of Jeremiah includes calls to repentance. This highlights God's desire for His people to return to Him. <a href="/topical/t/the_reality_of_spiritual_warfare.htm">The Reality of Spiritual Warfare</a> The imagery of battle reminds us of the spiritual warfare we face. We must be prepared with the armor of God to stand firm against spiritual adversaries. <a href="/topical/h/hope_amidst_judgment.htm">Hope Amidst Judgment</a> Even in the midst of judgment, God’s ultimate plan is for restoration and redemption. This gives us hope and assurance of His faithfulness.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_jeremiah_6.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Jeremiah 6</a> <a href="/q/were_adam_and_eve_of_caucasian_descent.htm">Is His Word prioritized over His Name?</a> <a href="/q/is_it_sinful_for_him.htm">What does the Bible say about early and latter rain?</a> <a href="/q/how_does_psalm_46_9_align_with_ongoing_wars.htm">How does the promise that God makes wars cease (Psalm 46:9) align with the unceasing record of global conflicts throughout history?</a> <a href="/q/why_do_texts_suggest_rival_centers_to_zion.htm">Psalm 87:5 - If Zion is divinely established, why do other ancient texts suggest multiple rival religious centers during that era?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/jeremiah/6.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(23) Bow and spear.--As before (<a href="/jeremiah/5-16.htm" title="Their quiver is as an open sepulcher, they are all mighty men.">Jeremiah 5:16</a>), the special weapons of the Chaldaeans. The "spear" was a javelin, shot or hurled against the enemy.Cruel.--The ferocity of the Chaldaeans seems to have been exceptional. Prisoners impaled, or flayed alive, or burnt in the furnace (<a href="/jeremiah/29-22.htm" title="And of them shall be taken up a curse by all the captivity of Judah which are in Babylon, saying, The LORD make you like Zedekiah and like Ahab, whom the king of Babylon roasted in the fire;">Jeremiah 29:22</a>; <a href="/daniel/3-11.htm" title="And whoever falls not down and worships, that he should be cast into the middle of a burning fiery furnace.">Daniel 3:11</a>), were among the common incidents of their wars and sieges.They ride upon horses.--This appears to have been a novelty to the Israelites, accustomed to the war-chariots of Egypt and their own kings rather than to actual cavalry. (Comp. <a href="/jeremiah/8-16.htm" title="The snorting of his horses was heard from Dan: the whole land trembled at the sound of the neighing of his strong ones; for they are come, and have devoured the land, and all that is in it; the city, and those that dwell therein.">Jeremiah 8:16</a>; <a href="/context/job/39-21.htm" title="He paws in the valley, and rejoices in his strength: he goes on to meet the armed men.">Job 39:21-25</a>; <a href="/habakkuk/1-8.htm" title="Their horses also are swifter than the leopards, and are more fierce than the evening wolves: and their horsemen shall spread themselves, and their horsemen shall come from far; they shall fly as the eagle that hastens to eat.">Habakkuk 1:8</a>; <a href="/isaiah/30-16.htm" title="But you said, No; for we will flee on horses; therefore shall you flee: and, We will ride on the swift; therefore shall they that pursue you be swift.">Isaiah 30:16</a>.) Both archers and horsemen appear as prominent in the armies of Gog and Magog, i.e., of the Scythians, in <a href="/ezekiel/38-4.htm" title="And I will turn you back, and put hooks into your jaws, and I will bring you forth, and all your army, horses and horsemen, all of them clothed with all sorts of armor, even a great company with bucklers and shields, all of them handling swords:">Ezekiel 38:4</a>; <a href="/ezekiel/39-3.htm" title="And I will smite your bow out of your left hand, and will cause your arrows to fall out of your right hand.">Ezekiel 39:3</a>. . . . <div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/jeremiah/6.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 23. - Spear; rather, javelin (or, lance). They are cruel. The cruelty of the Assyrians and Babylonians seems to have spread general dismay. Nahum calls Nineveh "the city of bloodshed" (<a href="/nahum/3-1.htm">Nahum 3:1</a>); Habakkuk styles the Chaldeans "bitter and vehement, terrible and dreadful" (<a href="/habakkuk/1-6.htm">Habakkuk 1:6, 7</a>). The customs brought out into view m the monuments justify this most amply, though Professor Rawlinson thinks we cannot call the Assyrians (with whom the Babylonians may of course be coupled) naturally hard. hearted. "The Assyrian listens to the enemy who asks for quarter; he prefers making prisoners go slaying.; he is very terrible in the battle and the assault, but afterwards he forgives and spares" ('Ancient Monarchies,' 1:243). Their voice roareth. The horrid roar of the advancing hosts seems to have greatly struck the Jews (comp. <a href="/isaiah/5-30.htm">Isaiah 5:30</a>; <a href="/isaiah/17-12.htm">Isaiah 17:12, 13</a>). <a href="/commentaries/jeremiah/6-23.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div>They grasp יַחֲזִ֗יקוּ (ya·ḥă·zî·qū) Verb - Hifil - Imperfect - third person masculine plural <a href="/hebrew/strongs_2388.htm">Strong's 2388: </a> To fasten upon, to seize, be strong, obstinate, to bind, restrain, conquer the bow קֶ֣שֶׁת (qe·šeṯ) Noun - feminine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_7198.htm">Strong's 7198: </a> A bow, for, shooting, the iris and spear. וְכִיד֞וֹן (wə·ḵî·ḏō·wn) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_3591.htm">Strong's 3591: </a> Something to strike with, a dart They הוּא֙ (hū) Pronoun - third person masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_1931.htm">Strong's 1931: </a> He, self, the same, this, that, as, are are cruel אַכְזָרִ֥י (’aḵ·zā·rî) Adjective - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_394.htm">Strong's 394: </a> Terrible and show no וְלֹ֣א (wə·lō) Conjunctive waw | Adverb - Negative particle <a href="/hebrew/strongs_3808.htm">Strong's 3808: </a> Not, no mercy. יְרַחֵ֔מוּ (yə·ra·ḥê·mū) Verb - Piel - Imperfect - third person masculine plural <a href="/hebrew/strongs_7355.htm">Strong's 7355: </a> To fondle, to love, to compassionate Their voice קוֹלָם֙ (qō·w·lām) Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine plural <a href="/hebrew/strongs_6963.htm">Strong's 6963: </a> A voice, sound roars יֶהֱמֶ֔ה (ye·hĕ·meh) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_1993.htm">Strong's 1993: </a> To make a, loud sound, commotion, tumult, to rage, war, moan, clamor like the sea, כַּיָּ֣ם (kay·yām) Preposition-k, Article | Noun - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_3220.htm">Strong's 3220: </a> A sea, the Mediterranean Sea, large river, an artifical basin and they ride יִרְכָּ֑בוּ (yir·kā·ḇū) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine plural <a href="/hebrew/strongs_7392.htm">Strong's 7392: </a> To ride, to place upon, to despatch upon וְעַל־ (wə·‘al-) Conjunctive waw | Preposition <a href="/hebrew/strongs_5921.htm">Strong's 5921: </a> Above, over, upon, against horses, סוּסִ֖ים (sū·sîm) Noun - masculine plural <a href="/hebrew/strongs_5483.htm">Strong's 5483: </a> A swallow, swift (type of bird) lined up עָר֗וּךְ (‘ā·rūḵ) Verb - Qal - QalPassParticiple - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_6186.htm">Strong's 6186: </a> To set in a, row, arrange, put in order like men כְּאִישׁ֙ (kə·’îš) Preposition-k | Noun - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_376.htm">Strong's 376: </a> A man as an individual, a male person in formation לַמִּלְחָמָ֔ה (lam·mil·ḥā·māh) Preposition-l, Article | Noun - feminine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_4421.htm">Strong's 4421: </a> A battle, war against you, עָלַ֖יִךְ (‘ā·la·yiḵ) Preposition | second person feminine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_5921.htm">Strong's 5921: </a> Above, over, upon, against O Daughter בַּת־ (baṯ-) Noun - feminine singular construct <a href="/hebrew/strongs_1323.htm">Strong's 1323: </a> A daughter of Zion.” צִיּֽוֹן׃ (ṣî·yō·wn) Noun - proper - feminine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_6726.htm">Strong's 6726: </a> Zion -- a mountain in Jerusalem, also a name for Jerusalem <div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/jeremiah/6-23.htm">Jeremiah 6:23 NIV</a> <a href="/nlt/jeremiah/6-23.htm">Jeremiah 6:23 NLT</a> <a href="/esv/jeremiah/6-23.htm">Jeremiah 6:23 ESV</a> <a href="/nasb/jeremiah/6-23.htm">Jeremiah 6:23 NASB</a> <a href="/kjv/jeremiah/6-23.htm">Jeremiah 6:23 KJV</a> <a href="//bibleapps.com/jeremiah/6-23.htm">Jeremiah 6:23 BibleApps.com</a> <a href="//bibliaparalela.com/jeremiah/6-23.htm">Jeremiah 6:23 Biblia Paralela</a> <a href="//holybible.com.cn/jeremiah/6-23.htm">Jeremiah 6:23 Chinese Bible</a> <a href="//saintebible.com/jeremiah/6-23.htm">Jeremiah 6:23 French Bible</a> <a href="/catholic/jeremiah/6-23.htm">Jeremiah 6:23 Catholic Bible</a> <a href="/jeremiah/6-23.htm">OT Prophets: Jeremiah 6:23 They lay hold on bow and spear (Jer.) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/jeremiah/6-22.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Jeremiah 6:22"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Jeremiah 6:22" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/jeremiah/6-24.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Jeremiah 6:24"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Jeremiah 6:24" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>