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New International Version
At the sound of Babylon’s capture the earth will tremble; its cry will resound among the nations.

New Living Translation
The earth will shake with the shout, “Babylon has been taken!” and its cry of despair will be heard around the world.

English Standard Version
At the sound of the capture of Babylon the earth shall tremble, and her cry shall be heard among the nations.”

Berean Standard Bible
At the sound of Babylon’s capture the earth will quake; a cry will be heard among the nations.

King James Bible
At the noise of the taking of Babylon the earth is moved, and the cry is heard among the nations.

New King James Version
At the noise of the taking of Babylon The earth trembles, And the cry is heard among the nations.

New American Standard Bible
At the shout, “Babylon has been conquered!” the earth quakes, and an outcry is heard among the nations.

NASB 1995
At the shout, “Babylon has been seized!” the earth is shaken, and an outcry is heard among the nations.

NASB 1977
At the shout, “Babylon has been seized!” the earth is shaken, and an outcry is heard among the nations.

Legacy Standard Bible
At the sound, “Babylon has been seized!” the earth is shaken, and an outcry is heard among the nations.

Amplified Bible
At the shout, “Babylon has been seized!” the earth quakes, and an outcry is heard among the nations.

Christian Standard Bible
At the sound of Babylon’s conquest the earth will quake; a cry will be heard among the nations.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
At the sound of Babylon’s conquest the earth will quake; a cry will be heard among the nations.

American Standard Version
At the noise of the taking of Babylon the earth trembleth, and the cry is heard among the nations.

Contemporary English Version
The sounds of your destruction will be heard among the nations, and the earth will shake.

English Revised Version
At the noise of the taking of Babylon the earth trembleth, and the cry is heard among the nations.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
The earth will quake at the news that Babylon has been captured. Its cry will be heard among the nations."

Good News Translation
When Babylon falls, there will be such a noise that the entire earth will shake, and the cries of alarm will be heard by the other nations."

International Standard Version
At the shout that Babylon has been seized, the earth will be shaken, and the cry will be heard among the nations.

NET Bible
The people of the earth will quake when they hear Babylon has been captured. Her cries of anguish will be heard by the other nations."

New Heart English Bible
At the noise of the taking of Babylon the earth trembles, and the cry is heard among the nations."

Webster's Bible Translation
At the noise of the taking of Babylon the earth is moved, and the cry is heard among the nations.

Majority Text Translations

Majority Standard Bible
At the sound of Babylon’s capture the earth will quake; a cry will be heard among the nations.

World English Bible
The earth trembles at the noise of the taking of Babylon. The cry is heard among the nations.

Literal Translations

Literal Standard Version
From the sound of Babylon having been captured, "" The earth has been shaken, "" And a cry has been heard among nations!”

Young's Literal Translation
From the voice: Captured was Babylon, Hath the earth been shaken, And a cry among nations hath been heard!

Smith's Literal Translation
From the voice of the taking of Babel the earth was shaken, and the cry was heard among the nations.

Catholic Translations

Douay-Rheims Bible
At the noise of the taking of Babylon the earth is moved, and the cry is heard amongst the nations.

Catholic Public Domain Version
At the voice of the captivity of Babylon, the earth has been moved, and an outcry has been heard among the nations.”

New American Bible
At the cry “Babylon is captured!” the earth quakes; the outcry is heard among the nations.

New Revised Standard Version
At the sound of the capture of Babylon the earth shall tremble, and her cry shall be heard among the nations.

Translations from Aramaic

Lamsa Bible
At the noise of the capture of Babylon the earth is moved and her wailing is heard among the nations.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
From the sound of the captivity of Babel the Earth shook, and her wailing among the nations is heard

OT Translations

JPS Tanakh 1917
At the noise of the taking of Babylon the earth quaketh, And the cry is heard among the nations.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
For at the sound of the taking of Babylon the earth shall quake, and a cry shall be heard among the nations.

Additional Translations ...

Audio Bible

Context

The Destruction of Babylon
…45Therefore hear the plans that the LORD has drawn up against Babylon and the strategies He has devised against the land of the Chaldeans: Surely the little ones of the flock will be dragged away; certainly their pasture will be made desolate because of them.46At the sound of Babylon’s capture the earth will quake;a cry will be heard among the nations.

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Cross References

Revelation 18:9-10
Then the kings of the earth who committed sexual immorality and lived in luxury with her will weep and wail at the sight of the smoke rising from the fire that consumes her. / In fear of her torment, they will stand at a distance and cry out: “Woe, woe to the great city, the mighty city of Babylon! For in a single hour your judgment has come.”

Isaiah 13:19
And Babylon, the jewel of the kingdoms, the glory of the pride of the Chaldeans, will be overthrown by God like Sodom and Gomorrah.

Revelation 18:17-19
For in a single hour such fabulous wealth has been destroyed!” Every shipmaster, passenger, and sailor, and all who make their living from the sea, will stand at a distance / and cry out at the sight of the smoke rising from the fire that consumes her. “What city was ever like this great city?” they will exclaim. / Then they will throw dust on their heads as they weep and mourn and cry out: “Woe, woe to the great city, where all who had ships on the sea were enriched by her wealth! For in a single hour she has been destroyed.”

Isaiah 14:4-5
you will sing this song of contempt against the king of Babylon: How the oppressor has ceased, and how his fury has ended! / The LORD has broken the staff of the wicked, the scepter of the rulers.

Revelation 14:8
Then a second angel followed, saying, “Fallen, fallen is Babylon the great, who has made all the nations drink the wine of the passion of her immorality.”

Isaiah 47:11
But disaster will come upon you; you will not know how to charm it away. A calamity will befall you that you will be unable to ward off. Devastation will happen to you suddenly and unexpectedly.

Revelation 18:2
And he cried out in a mighty voice: “Fallen, fallen is Babylon the great! She has become a lair for demons and a haunt for every unclean spirit, every unclean bird, and every detestable beast.

Isaiah 21:9
Look, here come the riders, horsemen in pairs.” And one answered, saying: “Fallen, fallen is Babylon! All the images of her gods lie shattered on the ground!”

Revelation 16:19
The great city was split into three parts, and the cities of the nations collapsed. And God remembered Babylon the great and gave her the cup of the wine of the fury of His wrath.

Isaiah 24:10-12
The city of chaos is shattered; every house is closed to entry. / In the streets they cry out for wine. All joy turns to gloom; rejoicing is exiled from the land. / The city is left in ruins; its gate is reduced to rubble.

Revelation 17:5
And on her forehead a mysterious name was written: BABYLON THE GREAT, THE MOTHER OF PROSTITUTES AND OF THE ABOMINATIONS OF THE EARTH.

Ezekiel 26:15-18
This is what the Lord GOD says to Tyre: ‘Will not the coastlands quake at the sound of your downfall, when the wounded groan at the slaughter in your midst? / All the princes of the sea will descend from their thrones, remove their robes, and strip off their embroidered garments. Clothed with terror, they will sit on the ground, trembling every moment, appalled over you. / Then they will lament for you, saying, “How you have perished, O city of renown inhabited by seafaring men—she who was powerful on the sea, along with her people, who imposed terror on all peoples! ...

Revelation 18:21
Then a mighty angel picked up a stone the size of a great millstone and cast it into the sea, saying: “With such violence the great city of Babylon will be cast down, never to be seen again.

Isaiah 34:10
It will not be quenched—day or night. Its smoke will ascend forever. From generation to generation it will lie desolate; no one will ever again pass through it.

Revelation 19:2-3
For His judgments are true and just. He has judged the great prostitute who corrupted the earth with her immorality. He has avenged the blood of His servants that was poured out by her hand.” / And a second time they called out: “Hallelujah! Her smoke rises forever and ever.”

Treasury of Scripture

At the noise of the taking of Babylon the earth is moved, and the cry is heard among the nations.

Jeremiah 49:21
The earth is moved at the noise of their fall, at the cry the noise thereof was heard in the Red sea.

Isaiah 14:9,10
Hell from beneath is moved for thee to meetthee at thy coming: it stirreth up the dead for thee,even all the chief ones of the earth; it hath raised up from their thrones all the kings of the nations…

Ezekiel 26:18
Now shall the isles tremble in the day of thy fall; yea, the isles thatare in the sea shall be troubled at thy departure.

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Jeremiah 50

1.The judgment of Babylon and the redemption of Israel

Study Bible

Book ◦ Chapter

At the sound of Babylon’s capture
This phrase refers to the prophesied fall of Babylon, a significant event in biblical history. Babylon was a powerful empire known for its grandeur and influence, often seen as a symbol of human pride and opposition to God. The capture of Babylon is a fulfillment of prophecy, as foretold by prophets like Isaiah (Isaiah 13:19) and Jeremiah himself (Jeremiah 51:11). The fall of Babylon is also a type of the ultimate defeat of evil, as seen inRevelation 18, where Babylon represents the world system opposed to God.

the earth will quake
The imagery of the earth quaking signifies the magnitude and impact of Babylon's fall. In ancient times, earthquakes were often seen as acts of divine intervention or judgment. This phrase emphasizes the dramatic and far-reaching consequences of Babylon's defeat. It also connects to other biblical instances where the earth quakes in response to God's actions, such as at Mount Sinai (Exodus 19:18) and during the crucifixion of Jesus (Matthew 27:51).

a cry will be heard among the nations
The fall of Babylon would not only affect the immediate region but would also send shockwaves throughout the known world. The "cry" symbolizes the widespread recognition of Babylon's downfall and the fear and awe it would inspire among other nations. This reflects the interconnectedness of ancient empires and the political and economic implications of such a significant event. It also foreshadows the ultimate judgment of all nations, as seen in the eschatological visions of the prophets and the book of Revelation.

Persons / Places / Events

1.Babylon
A powerful empire known for its wealth, military strength, and idolatry. In the context of Jeremiah, Babylon is the oppressor of Israel and a symbol of human pride and rebellion against God.

2.Jeremiah
A prophet called by God to deliver messages of judgment and hope to the people of Judah and the surrounding nations. His prophecies often included warnings of impending doom due to disobedience.

3.The Nations
Refers to the various peoples and kingdoms surrounding Israel and Babylon. They are witnesses to God's judgment and power.

4.The Earthquake
Symbolic of the significant impact of Babylon's fall, indicating a divine intervention that shakes the established order.

5.The Cry
Represents the widespread recognition and fear among the nations as they witness the downfall of a seemingly invincible power.

Teaching Points

God's Sovereignty Over Nations
The fall of Babylon demonstrates that no earthly power is beyond God's control. Believers can trust in God's ultimate authority over world events.

The Consequences of Pride and Idolatry
Babylon's downfall serves as a warning against pride and idolatry. Christians are called to humble themselves and worship God alone.

The Certainty of God's Promises
Just as God fulfilled His promise to bring down Babylon, He will fulfill all His promises. This assurance should strengthen our faith and hope.

The Impact of Divine Judgment
The "earthquake" and "cry" illustrate the profound impact of God's judgment. Believers should live with an awareness of God's justice and the reality of His coming judgment.

Witness to the Nations
The reaction of the nations to Babylon's fall reminds us of our role as witnesses to God's power and truth. Our lives should reflect His glory to those around us.

Bible Study Questions and Answers

1.What is the meaning of Jeremiah 50:46?

2.How does Jeremiah 50:46 illustrate God's judgment on Babylon's pride and arrogance?

3.What lessons can we learn from Babylon's fall to apply in our lives?

4.How does Jeremiah 50:46 connect with Revelation's depiction of Babylon's ultimate destruction?

5.In what ways can we avoid the mistakes of Babylon in Jeremiah 50?

6.How does the "cry" from Babylon serve as a warning for nations today?

7.What historical event does Jeremiah 50:46 refer to with Babylon's fall?

8.How does Jeremiah 50:46 demonstrate God's sovereignty over nations?

9.What is the significance of the "earth quaking" in Jeremiah 50:46?

10.What are the top 10 Lessons from Jeremiah 50?

11.Given the magnitude of Babylon’s prominence, why is there limited archaeological evidence of the catastrophic ruin described in Jeremiah 50:46?

12.Why does Jeremiah 27 seem to indicate Nebuchadnezzar's absolute power over all nations, despite historical evidence that other empires and rulers thrived during the same period?

13.Jeremiah 46:8 - Is the imagery of the Nile flooding over the land literal or metaphorical, and could it contradict natural constraints on river flooding known from geological studies?

14.Why does the text in Jeremiah 27 emphasize obedience to Babylon's rule if rabbinic and later Christian teachings stress allegiance to God above earthly powers?

What Does Jeremiah 50:46 Mean

At the sound of Babylon’s capture

• “At the sound of Babylon’s capture” (Jeremiah 50:46) announces a definitive moment—Babylon is not merely weakened but decisively taken.

• Earlier prophecies build to this climax: “The noise of battle is in the land” (Jeremiah 50:22) and “He has given full vent to His wrath on Babylon” (Jeremiah 51:11).

•Revelation 18:2 echoes the same certainty centuries later: “Fallen, fallen is Babylon the great.”

• The Lord’s faithfulness in bringing about this fall assures believers that every word He speaks—whether promise or warning—is sure (Numbers 23:19;Isaiah 55:11).

the earth will quake

• Scripture presents literal, earth-shaking judgment whenever God overthrows proud empires: “The whole land trembles at the sound of their fall” (Jeremiah 8:16).

• In Babylon’s case, the terror of God’s intervention is so intense that it reverberates through creation itself, reminiscent of Sinai (Exodus 19:18) and of future upheavals at Christ’s return (Matthew 24:29).

• This quake underscores divine supremacy: earthly powers seem immovable until God touches them.

a cry will be heard

• The downfall will be impossible to ignore. Like the wail that rose when the Philistines captured the ark (1 Samuel 4:5–13), a collective outcry erupts when God’s glory departs from arrogant Babylon.

•Zephaniah 1:10 pictures a similar cry on the day of the Lord, revealing how judgment rouses even hardened hearts to sudden alarm.

• For God’s people, the cry is also a vindication—proof that their Redeemer defends them (Jeremiah 50:34).

among the nations

• Babylon once boasted worldwide dominance (Isaiah 13:19); its collapse therefore becomes global news.

•Jeremiah 50:42 already foresaw nations trembling; here that foretelling is fulfilled.

• The worldwide scope anticipates the end-time fall of “Babylon the great” when “all the nations” mourn her ruin (Revelation 18:9, 11).

• God turns world history into a stage where His justice, mercy, and sovereignty are displayed to every people group (Psalm 46:10;Ezekiel 38:23).

summary

Jeremiah 50:46 paints a vivid, literal scene: the moment Babylon is taken, the very ground shakes, and the shockwave of God’s judgment rolls through every nation. The verse assures believers that no power is beyond the Lord’s reach, no oppression escapes His notice, and no promise of Scripture fails. As surely as ancient Babylon fell, every proud kingdom—and every proud heart—must bow before the King whose word makes the earth quake and whose justice rings across the world.

Parallel Commentaries ...

Hebrew

At the sound
מִקּוֹל֙(miq·qō·wl)
Preposition-m | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 6963:A voice, sound

of Babylon’s
בָבֶ֔ל(ḇā·ḇel)
Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 894:Babylon -- an eastern Mediterranean empire and its capital city

capture
נִתְפְּשָׂ֣ה(niṯ·pə·śāh)
Verb - Nifal - Perfect - third person feminine singular
Strong's 8610:To manipulate, seize, chiefly to capture, wield, to overlay, to use unwarrantably

the earth
הָאָ֑רֶץ(hā·’ā·reṣ)
Article | Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 776:Earth, land

will quake;
נִרְעֲשָׁ֖ה(nir·‘ă·šāh)
Verb - Nifal - Perfect - third person feminine singular
Strong's 7493:To undulate, through fear, to spring

a cry
וּזְעָקָ֖ה(ū·zə·‘ā·qāh)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 2201:A shriek, outcry

will be heard
נִשְׁמָֽע׃(niš·mā‘)
Verb - Nifal - Perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 8085:To hear intelligently

among the nations.
בַּגּוֹיִ֥ם(bag·gō·w·yim)
Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 1471:A foreign nation, a Gentile, a troop of animals, a flight of locusts

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