Jer 50:21 | MHM | STEP | The Judgment of Babylon This section continues God’s judgment against Babylon. The prophecy describes how God will use the armies of Media and Persia, led by Cyrus, to destroy Babylon. These armies are called God’s instruments, and their actions are part of His plan. Babylon’s pride, cruelty, and rebellion against God will lead to its downfall. The destruction of Babylon is also a message of hope for God’s people, as it brings justice for the wrongs done to them and to God’s temple. v. 21 : God commands the armies to attack Babylon, including the regions of Merathaim and Pekod. These areas are part of Babylon’s territory. The armies are told to destroy everything thoroughly, leaving nothing behind. This is God’s work, and He will ensure it is completed (Jeremiah 50:21; Ezekiel 23:23 ).

‏ Jeremiah 50:21

The Judgment of Babylon

This section continues God’s judgment against Babylon. The prophecy describes how God will use the armies of Media and Persia, led by Cyrus, to destroy Babylon. These armies are called God’s instruments, and their actions are part of His plan. Babylon’s pride, cruelty, and rebellion against God will lead to its downfall. The destruction of Babylon is also a message of hope for God’s people, as it brings justice for the wrongs done to them and to God’s temple.

v. 21: God commands the armies to attack Babylon, including the regions of Merathaim and Pekod. These areas are part of Babylon’s territory. The armies are told to destroy everything thoroughly, leaving nothing behind. This is God’s work, and He will ensure it is completed (Jeremiah 50:21; Ezekiel 23:23 ^a).