Jeremiah 48:10

Cursed be he that doeth the work of the LORD deceitfully, and cursed be he that keepeth back his sword from blood.

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Other Translations for Jeremiah 48:10

BSB
Cursed is the one who is remiss in doing the work of the LORD, and cursed is he who withholds his sword from bloodshed.
AKJV
Cursed be he that does the work of the LORD deceitfully, and cursed be he that keeps back his sword from blood.
CPDV
Cursed is he who does the work of the Lord deceitfully. And cursed is he who prohibits his sword from blood.
ERV
Cursed be he that doeth the work of the LORD negligently, and cursed be he that keepeth back his sword from blood.
NHEB
Cursed is he who does the work of the LORD negligently; and cursed is he who keeps back his sword from blood.
SMT
Cursed he doing the work of Jehovah slothfully, and cursed he withholding his sword from blood.

Commentary for Jeremiah 48:10

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Jeremiah 48:10
Summary
Laziness in judgment invites curse
Event
Curse pronounced for hesitation
Estimated Time Period
c. 600 BC
Category
Judgment