Lux Domini
Concerning Damascus. Hamath is confounded, and Arpad: for they have heard evil tidings: they are fainthearted; there is sorrow on the sea; it cannot be quiet.

What does Jeremiah 49:23 mean?

How easily God can dispirit those nations that have been most celebrated for valour! Damascus waxes feeble.

Key themes

HopeSuffering and trialsJustice and mercyJudgment

Read with

Keep this verse inside Jeremiah 49:23-27 and alongside a few nearby related passages.

Glossary

Arpad Place

Biblical settlement. Modern identification: Tell Rifat.

Damascus Place

Biblical settlement. Modern identification: Damascus.

Hamath Place

Biblical settlement. Modern identification: Hama.