King James Version
Jeremiah 48:4 in the King James Version says “Moab is destroyed; her little ones have caused a cry to be heard.” — study this verse from Jeremiah chapter 48 with commentary, cross-references, and original Hebrew word analysis.
“Moab is destroyed; her little ones have caused a cry to be heard.”
Jeremiah 48:4 · KJV
There shall be no more praise of Moab: in Heshbon they have devised evil against it; come, and let us cut it off from being a nation. Also thou shalt be cut down, O Madmen; the sword shall pursue thee. be cut: or, be brought to silence pursue: Heb. go after thee
A voice of crying shall be from Horonaim, spoiling and great destruction.
Moab is destroyed; her little ones have caused a cry to be heard.
For in the going up of Luhith continual weeping shall go up; for in the going down of Horonaim the enemies have heard a cry of destruction. continual: Heb. weeping with weeping
Flee, save your lives, and be like the heath in the wilderness. the heath: or, a naked tree
KJV Study — Public Domain
“to be heard”
H8085to hear intelligently (often with implication of attention, obedience, etc.; causatively, to tell, etc.)
This verse is found in the book of Jeremiah. Understanding the historical and cultural background helps illuminate its meaning for the original audience and for us today.
Jeremiah 48:4 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.
Verses related to Jeremiah 48:4 from Treasury of Scripture Knowledge