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Isaiah 2:12-22
For the day of the LORD of hostsshall be upon everyone that is proud and lofty, and upon everyone that is lifted up; and he shall be brought low: …

Ezekiel 7:6-12
An end is come, the end is come: it watcheth for thee; behold, it is come…

Hosea 1:11
Then shall the children of Judah and the children of Israel be gathered together, and appoint themselves one head, and they shall come up out of the land: for greatshall be the day of Jezreel.

so.

Lamentations 1:12
Is it nothing to you, all ye that pass by? behold, and see if there be any sorrow like unto my sorrow, which is done unto me, wherewith the LORD hath afflictedme in the day of his fierce anger.

Lamentations 2:13
What thing shall I take to witness for thee? what thing shall I liken to thee, O daughter of Jerusalem? what shall I equal to thee, that I may comfort thee, O virgin daughter of Zion? for thy breachis great like the sea: who can heal thee?

Lamentations 4:6
For the punishment of the iniquity of the daughter of my people is greater than the punishment of the sin of Sodom, that was overthrown as in a moment, and no hands stayed on her.

it is.

Genesis 32:7,24-30
Then Jacob was greatly afraid and distressed: and he divided the people thatwas with him, and the flocks, and herds, and the camels, into two bands; …

Hosea 12:2-4
The LORD hath also a controversy with Judah, and will punish Jacob according to his ways; according to his doings will he recompense him…

but.

Jeremiah 30:10
Therefore fear thou not, O my servant Jacob, saith the LORD; neither be dismayed, O Israel: for, lo, I will save thee from afar, and thy seed from the land of their captivity; and Jacob shall return, and shall be in rest, and be quiet, and none shall makehim afraid.

Jeremiah 50:18-20,33,34
Therefore thus saith the LORD of hosts, the God of Israel; Behold, I will punish the king of Babylon and his land, as I have punished the king of Assyria…

Psalm 25:22
Redeem Israel, O God, out of all his troubles.

None will be like it!
This emphasizes the unparalleled nature of the coming tribulation. Historically, Israel has faced numerous trials, such as the Babylonian exile and Roman destruction, but this prophecy points to a future event that surpasses all previous calamities. The uniqueness of this day is also highlighted inDaniel 12:1, which speaks of a time of trouble unlike any before. This suggests a global impact, affecting not just Israel but all nations.

It is the time of Jacob’s distress,
"Jacob" refers to the nation of Israel, descended from the patriarch Jacob. The "time of Jacob's distress" is often interpreted as the Great Tribulation, a period of severe testing and purification for Israel. This concept is rooted in the covenant relationship between God and Israel, where periods of distress are used to bring the nation back to faithfulness. The distress serves as a catalyst for repentance and spiritual renewal, aligning with themes found in Hosea and Amos.

but he will be saved out of it.
Despite the severity of the tribulation, there is a promise of deliverance. This reflects God's enduring covenant with Israel, ensuring their ultimate restoration and redemption. The phrase "he will be saved out of it" points to a future hope, where God intervenes to rescue His people. This deliverance is often associated with the coming of the Messiah, who will establish a kingdom of peace and justice. The assurance of salvation is a recurring theme in the prophetic literature, offering hope amidst judgment, as seen in Isaiah and Zechariah.

“Alas! For that day is great—there is none like it” (Jeremiah 30:7a).

• The Spirit paints a picture of a coming day so intense that the first word is a cry of alarm. Passages such asJoel 2:11 andZephaniah 1:14–15 echo the same shuddering awe, calling it “the Day of the LORD.”

• Scripture consistently warns that God’s judgments are never casual or partial; they are full, purposeful, and righteous (Revelation 6:17).

• By beginning here, Jeremiah prepares readers to see both the severity of sin’s consequences and the grandeur of God’s rescue plan. Fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom (Proverbs 9:10), and this opening phrase invites that healthy fear.

“No other will be like it” (Jeremiah 30:7b).

• The uniqueness of this day sets it apart from every previous calamity.Daniel 12:1 prophesies “a time of distress such as never has occurred,” words Jesus later repeats inMatthew 24:21 regarding the Great Tribulation.

• History catalogs many disasters, yet God says this coming trouble for Israel will stand alone. That exclusivity underscores its prophetic nature—this isn’t merely another national crisis; it is a climactic, God-ordained event.

• Because nothing else compares, human resources or past strategies will not solve it. Only God’s direct intervention will suffice, keeping the focus on Him rather than human ingenuity.

“It is the time of Jacob’s trouble” (Jeremiah 30:7c).

• “Jacob” represents the nation of Israel (Genesis 32:28). The prophecy targets a literal people in a specific period yet to be completed.Jeremiah 30–33 collectively promise restoration after judgment.

• Other prophets concur:Ezekiel 20:34–38 speaks of Israel brought “under the rod” before restoration;Zechariah 13:8–9 foresees two-thirds perishing while a remnant is purified;Daniel 9:24 sets seventy “weeks” for Israel “to finish the transgression.”

• This future trouble aligns withRevelation 6–18, where Israel faces unparalleled persecution during the Tribulation. The purpose is corrective, not annihilative—discipline that turns the nation back to her Messiah (Hosea 5:15).

“Yet he will be saved out of it” (Jeremiah 30:7d).

• Judgment is never God’s final word to His covenant people. Jeremiah immediately follows with, “I will surely save you out of a distant place… Jacob will return and live in peace” (30:10).

•Zechariah 12:10 previews national repentance: Israel will “look on Me, the One they have pierced.”Romans 11:26 affirms, “And so all Israel will be saved,” tying Paul’s teaching back to these prophets.

•Revelation 7:14 depicts a redeemed multitude coming “out of the great tribulation,” including the sealed 144,000 of Israel (Revelation 7:4). God’s covenant promises ensure that the remnant survives and flourishes.

• The deliverance is physical—returning to the land—and spiritual—embracing the New Covenant (Jeremiah 31:31-34). In both dimensions, God keeps His word.

Jeremiah 30:7 foretells a future, unparalleled day of trouble focused on Israel, yet framed by God’s certain deliverance. The horror of that day magnifies the grace of the rescue. History’s darkest hour for Jacob will end with the dawn of national salvation, vindicating God’s faithfulness and showcasing His power to judge sin and redeem His people.