Jeremiah 51:14

The LORD of hosts hath sworn by himself, saying, Surely I will fill thee with men, as with caterpillers; and they shall lift up a shout against thee.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Jeremiah 51:14

BSB
The LORD of Hosts has sworn by Himself: "Surely I will fill you up with men as with locusts, and they will shout in triumph over you."
AKJV
The LORD of hosts has sworn by himself, saying, Surely I will fill you with men, as with caterpillars; and they shall lift up a shout against you.
CPDV
The Lord of hosts has sworn by himself, saying: "For I will fill you with men as with locusts, and they will sing a rhythmic chant against you."
ERV
The LORD of hosts hath sworn by himself, saying, Surely I will fill thee with men, as with the cankerworm; and they shall lift up a shout against thee.
NHEB
The LORD of hosts has sworn by himself, saying, "Surely I will fill you with men, as with the canker worm; and they shall lift up a shout against you."
SMT
Jehovah of armies sware by his soul: That if I filled thee with men as with locusts, and they struck up a shout against thee.

Commentary for Jeremiah 51:14

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Overview of Jeremiah 51:14
Summary
God swears to overwhelm Babylon militarily.
Place
Babylon
Event
Divine oath sworn
Estimated Time Period
c. 606 BC
Category
Promise