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◄ Jeremiah 9:16►

New International Version
I will scatter them among nations that neither they nor their ancestors have known, and I will pursue them with the sword until I have made an end of them.”

New Living Translation
I will scatter them around the world, in places they and their ancestors never heard of, and even there I will chase them with the sword until I have destroyed them completely.”

English Standard Version
I will scatter them among the nations whom neither they nor their fathers have known, and I will send the sword after them, until I have consumed them.”

Berean Standard Bible
I will scatter them among the nations that neither they nor their fathers have known, and I will send a sword after them until I have finished them off.”

King James Bible
I will scatter them also among the heathen, whom neither they nor their fathers have known: and I will send a sword after them, till I have consumed them.

New King James Version
I will scatter them also among the Gentiles, whom neither they nor their fathers have known. And I will send a sword after them until I have consumed them.”

New American Standard Bible
I will also scatter them among the nations, whom neither they nor their fathers have known; and I will send the sword after them until I have put an end to them.”

NASB 1995
“I will scatter them among the nations, whom neither they nor their fathers have known; and I will send the sword after them until I have annihilated them.”

NASB 1977
“And I will scatter them among the nations, whom neither they nor their fathers have known; and I will send the sword after them until I have annihilated them.”

Legacy Standard Bible
I will scatter them among the nations, whom neither they nor their fathers have known; and I will send the sword after them until I have consumed them.”

Amplified Bible
I will [also] scatter them among nations that neither they nor their fathers have known, and I will send the sword after them until I have annihilated them.”

Christian Standard Bible
I will scatter them among the nations that they and their ancestors have not known. I will send a sword after them until I have finished them off.”

Holman Christian Standard Bible
I will scatter them among the nations that they and their fathers have not known. I will send a sword after them until I have finished them off.”

American Standard Version
I will scatter them also among the nations, whom neither they nor their fathers have known; and I will send the sword after them, till I have consumed them.

Contemporary English Version
I'll scatter them in foreign countries that they and their ancestors have never even heard of. Finally, I will send enemy soldiers to kill every last one of them.

English Revised Version
I will scatter them also among the nations, whom neither they nor their fathers have known: and I will send the sword after them, till I have consumed them.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
I will scatter them among nations that they and their ancestors haven't heard of. I will send armies after them until I've wiped them out.

Good News Translation
I will scatter them among nations that neither they nor their ancestors have heard about, and I will send armies against them until I have completely destroyed them."

International Standard Version
I'll scatter them among nations that neither they nor their ancestors have known, and I'll pursue them with the sword until I've finished them off."

NET Bible
I will scatter them among nations that neither they nor their ancestors have known anything about. I will send people chasing after them with swords until I have destroyed them.'"

New Heart English Bible
I will scatter them also among the nations, whom neither they nor their fathers have known; and I will send the sword after them, until I have consumed them.'"

Webster's Bible Translation
I will scatter them also among the heathen, whom neither they nor their fathers have known: and I will send a sword after them, till I have consumed them.

Majority Text Translations

Majority Standard Bible
I will scatter them among the nations that neither they nor their fathers have known, and I will send a sword after them until I have finished them off.”

World English Bible
I will scatter them also among the nations, whom neither they nor their fathers have known. I will send the sword after them, until I have consumed them.”

Literal Translations

Literal Standard Version
And I have scattered them among nations "" Which they did not know, they and their fathers, "" And have sent the sword after them, "" Until I have consumed them.”

Young's Literal Translation
And I have scattered them among nations Which they knew not, they and their fathers, And have sent after them the sword, Till I have consumed them.

Smith's Literal Translation
And I scattered them in the nations which they knew not, they and their fathers: and I sent after them the sword till I consumed them.

Catholic Translations

Douay-Rheims Bible
And I will scatter them among the nations, which they and their fathers have not known: and I will send the sword after them till they be consumed.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And I will disperse them among nations, which they and their fathers have not known. And I will send the sword after them, until they are consumed.”

New American Bible
I will scatter them among nations whom neither they nor their ancestors have known; I will send the sword to pursue them until I have completely destroyed them.

New Revised Standard Version
I will scatter them among nations that neither they nor their ancestors have known; and I will send the sword after them, until I have consumed them.

Translations from Aramaic

Lamsa Bible
I will scatter them also among the Gentiles, whom neither they nor their fathers have known; and I will send a sword after them till I have consumed them.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And I shall scatter them among the Gentiles whom they have not known, they and their fathers, and I shall send a sword after them until I finish them

OT Translations

JPS Tanakh 1917
I will scatter them also among the nations, Whom neither they nor their fathers have known; And I will send the sword after them, Till I have consumed them.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
and I will scatter them among the nations, to them whom neither they nor their fathers knew; and I will send a sword upon them, until I have consumed them with it.

Additional Translations ...

Audio Bible

Context

A Lament over Zion
…15Therefore this is what the LORD of Hosts, the God of Israel, says: “Behold, I will feed this people wormwood and give them poisoned water to drink.16I will scatter them among the nations that neither they nor their fathers have known,and I will send a sword after them until I have finished them off.”17This is what the LORD of Hosts says: “Take note, and summon the wailing women; send for the most skillful among them.…

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Cross References

Deuteronomy 28:64
Then the LORD will scatter you among all the nations, from one end of the earth to the other, and there you will worship other gods, gods of wood and stone, which neither you nor your fathers have known.

Leviticus 26:33
But I will scatter you among the nations and will draw out a sword after you as your land becomes desolate and your cities are laid waste.

Ezekiel 12:15
And they will know that I am the LORD, when I disperse them among the nations and scatter them throughout the countries.

Ezekiel 20:23
However, with an uplifted hand I swore to them in the wilderness that I would scatter them among the nations and disperse them throughout the lands.

Ezekiel 22:15
I will disperse you among the nations and scatter you throughout the lands; I will purge your uncleanness.

Amos 9:9
“For surely I will give the command, and I will shake the house of Israel among all the nations as grain is sifted in a sieve; but not a pebble will reach the ground.

Isaiah 11:12
He will raise a banner for the nations and gather the exiles of Israel; He will collect the scattered of Judah from the four corners of the earth.

Isaiah 27:13
And in that day a great ram’s horn will sound, and those who were perishing in Assyria will come forth with those who were exiles in Egypt. And they will worship the LORD on the holy mountain in Jerusalem.

Isaiah 43:5-6
Do not be afraid, for I am with you; I will bring your offspring from the east and gather you from the west. / I will say to the north, ‘Give them up!’ and to the south, ‘Do not hold them back!’ Bring My sons from afar, and My daughters from the ends of the earth—

Zechariah 7:14
But I scattered them with a whirlwind among all the nations that they had not known, and the land was left desolate behind them so that no one could come or go. Thus they turned the pleasant land into a desolation.”

Nehemiah 1:8-9
Remember, I pray, the word that You commanded Your servant Moses when You said, ‘If you are unfaithful, I will scatter you among the nations, / but if you return to Me and keep and practice My commandments, then even if your exiles have been banished to the farthest horizon, I will gather them from there and bring them to the place I have chosen as a dwelling for My Name.’

2 Kings 17:6
In the ninth year of Hoshea, the king of Assyria captured Samaria and carried away the Israelites to Assyria, where he settled them in Halah, in Gozan by the Habor River, and in the cities of the Medes.

2 Kings 25:21
There at Riblah in the land of Hamath, the king of Babylon struck them down and put them to death. So Judah was taken into exile, away from its own land.

2 Chronicles 36:20
Those who escaped the sword were carried by Nebuchadnezzar into exile in Babylon, and they became servants to him and his sons until the kingdom of Persia came to power.

Psalm 106:27
to disperse their offspring among the nations and scatter them throughout the lands.

Treasury of Scripture

I will scatter them also among the heathen, whom neither they nor their fathers have known: and I will send a sword after them, till I have consumed them.

scatter.

Jeremiah 13:24
Therefore will I scatter them as the stubble that passeth away by the wind of the wilderness.

Leviticus 26:33
And I will scatter you among the heathen, and will draw out a sword after you: and your land shall be desolate, and your cities waste.

Deuteronomy 4:27
And the LORD shall scatter you among the nations, and ye shall be left few in number among the heathen, whither the LORD shall lead you.

and I.

Jeremiah 15:2-4
And it shall come to pass, if they say unto thee, Whither shall we go forth? then thou shalt tell them, Thus saith the LORD; Such asare for death, to death; and such asare for the sword, to the sword; and such asare for the famine, to the famine; and such asare for the captivity, to the captivity…

Jeremiah 24:10
And I will send the sword, the famine, and the pestilence, among them, till they be consumed from off the land that I gave unto them and to their fathers.

Jeremiah 25:27
Therefore thou shalt say unto them, Thus saith the LORD of hosts, the God of Israel; Drink ye, and be drunken, and spue, and fall, and rise no more, because of the sword which I will send among you.

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Jeremiah 9

1.Jeremiah laments the people for their manifold sins;
9.and for their judgment.
12.Disobedience is the cause of their bitter calamity.
17.He exhorts to mourn for their destruction;
23.and to trust not in themselves, but in God.
25.He threatens both Jews and Gentiles.

Study Bible

Book ◦ Chapter

I will scatter them among the nations
This phrase reflects God's judgment on Israel for their persistent disobedience and idolatry. The scattering, or diaspora, is a recurring theme in the Old Testament, seen inLeviticus 26:33 andDeuteronomy 28:64, where God warns Israel of the consequences of breaking the covenant. Historically, this prophecy was fulfilled during the Babylonian exile when many Israelites were taken captive and dispersed. The scattering serves as both punishment and a means to preserve a remnant, as seen in later prophecies of restoration.

that neither they nor their fathers have known
This indicates the unfamiliarity and foreignness of the lands to which the Israelites would be exiled. It emphasizes the severity of the punishment, as they would be removed from their homeland and the land promised to their ancestors. This also highlights the loss of cultural and religious identity, as they would be surrounded by pagan nations. The unfamiliar lands symbolize the spiritual estrangement from God due to their sins.

and I will send a sword after them
The "sword" represents ongoing judgment and conflict, even in exile. It suggests that the Israelites would not find peace or safety in foreign lands. This can be connected to the broader biblical theme of divine retribution, where God uses nations as instruments of His judgment, as seen inIsaiah 10:5-6 with Assyria. The sword also foreshadows the continued struggles and persecution faced by the Jewish people throughout history.

until I have finished them off.
This phrase underscores the completeness of God's judgment. It implies a thorough and decisive action against the nation due to their persistent rebellion. However, in the broader biblical narrative, "finished them off" does not mean total annihilation but rather the end of their current state of rebellion and idolatry. It aligns with the prophetic theme of judgment leading to eventual restoration, as seen inJeremiah 30:11, where God promises not to make a full end of Israel but to discipline them justly. This reflects God's justice and mercy, ultimately pointing to the hope of redemption and restoration through the Messiah.

Persons / Places / Events

1.Jeremiah
A prophet called by God to deliver messages of warning and judgment to the people of Judah. His ministry spanned the reigns of several kings and was marked by themes of repentance and impending judgment.

2.Judah
The southern kingdom of Israel, which had turned away from God, leading to the prophetic warnings of destruction and exile.

3.Nations
Refers to the foreign lands where the people of Judah would be scattered as a result of their disobedience to God. These nations were unfamiliar to them and their ancestors.

4.Sword
Symbolizes the instrument of God's judgment and the violence that would pursue the people even in exile.

5.Exile
The event of being forcibly removed from one's homeland, which was a significant consequence of Judah's persistent sin and rebellion against God.

Teaching Points

The Consequences of Disobedience
God's warnings are not idle threats; they are serious and have real consequences. The scattering of Judah serves as a sobering reminder of the cost of turning away from God.

God's Sovereignty in Judgment
Even in judgment, God remains sovereign. The scattering among nations was not random but a deliberate act of God to fulfill His word and bring about repentance.

The Call to Repentance
The message of Jeremiah is ultimately one of repentance. Even in the face of judgment, there is an opportunity to turn back to God and seek His mercy.

Hope Beyond Judgment
While the immediate context is one of judgment, the broader account of Scripture reveals God's desire for restoration and redemption, offering hope beyond the present circumstances.

Bible Study Questions and Answers

1.What is the meaning of Jeremiah 9:16?

2.How does Jeremiah 9:16 demonstrate God's response to persistent disobedience?

3.What lessons can we learn from God's actions in Jeremiah 9:16?

4.How does Jeremiah 9:16 connect with God's justice in Deuteronomy 28:64?

5.How can we apply the warning in Jeremiah 9:16 to modern Christian life?

6.What steps can we take to avoid the consequences described in Jeremiah 9:16?

7.What does Jeremiah 9:16 reveal about God's judgment on disobedience?

8.How does Jeremiah 9:16 reflect God's sovereignty over nations?

9.What historical events align with the prophecy in Jeremiah 9:16?

10.What are the top 10 Lessons from Jeremiah 9?

11.Amos 9:9 - How could the scattering of Israel across all nations align with historical or archaeological records of only limited exiles?

12.In Ezekiel 5:11-12, how can we reconcile the promised devastating punishment (famine, sword, and scattering) with accounts from other biblical or secular sources?

13.In Jeremiah 33:9, God promises all nations will fear and tremble because of Jerusalem's prosperity--why doesn't history reflect this worldwide reverence?

14.The graphic punishments in Jeremiah 15:3 seem excessively harsh. Do they conflict with the concept of a just and loving God found elsewhere in the Bible?

What Does Jeremiah 9:16 Mean

I will scatter them among the nations

“I will scatter them among the nations…” (Jeremiah 9:16)

• God’s warning is concrete: exile. What Israel only feared inDeuteronomy 28:64 andLeviticus 26:33 has now become their near-term reality.

• This scattering is not random; it is a purposeful judgment aimed at awakening repentance, much like the dispersion of the northern tribes in2 Kings 17:6.

• The Lord remains sovereign throughout, guiding even the routes of dispersion (Psalm 47:8;Acts 17:26).

• History bears out the literal fulfillment—beginning with Babylon (2 Kings 25:11), continuing through later diasporas, and still testifying to God’s faithfulness to His word.

that neither they nor their fathers have known

“…among the nations that neither they nor their fathers have known…” (Jeremiah 9:16)

• New lands mean unfamiliar languages, gods, and customs (Deuteronomy 28:49).

• The loss of covenant blessings—land, temple, community—highlights the gravity of forsaking the covenant itself (Jeremiah 2:5–7).

• By removing His people from inherited territory, the Lord underscores that security comes from obedience, not geography (Psalm 20:7;Proverbs 14:26).

• Even so, God keeps a redemptive thread: later promises of regathering (Jeremiah 31:10;Ezekiel 36:24) shine all the brighter against this dark backdrop.

and I will send a sword after them

“…and I will send a sword after them…” (Jeremiah 9:16)

• Judgment pursues the unrepentant; distance cannot shield from divine discipline (Amos 9:1–4).

• The “sword” encompasses warfare, oppression, and personal peril (Leviticus 26:36–37;Ezekiel 5:2).

• God’s justice is active, not passive—He “sends” the sword, directing events much as He raised up Assyria inIsaiah 10:5.

• Yet even amid sword and exile, a remnant theology emerges (Isaiah 1:9;Romans 11:5), preserving hope.

until I have finished them off

“…until I have finished them off.” (Jeremiah 9:16)

• “Finished” speaks of a completed disciplinary phase, not the annihilation of God’s covenant plans (Jeremiah 30:11).

• The language is severe to reflect the people’s hardened rebellion (Jeremiah 7:24–26), but God’s ultimate purpose is purification (Malachi 3:2–3).

• Later generations saw an end to Babylon’s dominance (Ezra 1:1), validating that God does set boundaries on judgment (Lamentations 3:31–33).

• Completion of judgment clears the way for restoration: new covenant promises (Jeremiah 31:31–34) and Messiah’s coming (Luke 1:68–75).

summary

Jeremiah 9:16 reveals a four-fold progression of judgment: dispersion, unfamiliarity, relentless pursuit, and thorough discipline. Each clause shows God’s unwavering commitment to holiness and covenant integrity. Yet within the severity lies mercy: scattering prepares hearts, the sword corrects, and “finishing” ultimately makes room for future hope. The verse therefore stands as both a sobering warning and a crucial link in God’s larger redemptive storyline.

Pulpit Commentary

Verse 16.I will scatter them also, etc. (comp.Deuteronomy 28:64;Leviticus 26:33). I will send a [the]sword after them. Even in the land of their captivity they shall have no rest. A special prophecy to the same effect was addressed to the Jewish fugitives in Egypt (Jeremiah 44:27). In both cases it is the unbelievers who are referred to; the nation as such was, through its Divine calling, indestructible.

Parallel Commentaries ...

Hebrew

I will scatter
וַהֲפִֽצוֹתִים֙(wa·hă·p̄i·ṣō·w·ṯîm)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Conjunctive perfect - first person common singular | third person masculine plural
Strong's 6327:To be dispersed or scattered

them among the nations
בַּגּוֹיִ֔ם(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

that
אֲשֶׁר֙(’ă·šer)
Pronoun - relative
Strong's 834:Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that

neither
לֹ֣א(lō)
Adverb - Negative particle
Strong's 3808:Not, no

they
הֵ֖מָּה(hêm·māh)
Pronoun - third person masculine plural
Strong's 1992:They

[nor] their fathers
וַֽאֲבוֹתָ֑ם(wa·’ă·ḇō·w·ṯām)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine plural
Strong's 1:Father

have known,
יָֽדְע֔וּ(yā·ḏə·‘ū)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person common plural
Strong's 3045:To know

and I will send
וְשִׁלַּחְתִּ֤י(wə·šil·laḥ·tî)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Piel - Conjunctive perfect - first person common singular
Strong's 7971:To send away, for, out

a sword
הַחֶ֔רֶב(ha·ḥe·reḇ)
Article | Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 2719:Drought, a cutting instrument, as a, knife, sword

after
אַֽחֲרֵיהֶם֙(’a·ḥă·rê·hem)
Preposition | third person masculine plural
Strong's 310:The hind or following part

them until
עַ֥ד(‘aḏ)
Preposition
Strong's 5704:As far as, even to, up to, until, while

I have finished them off.”
כַּלּוֹתִ֖י(kal·lō·w·ṯî)
Verb - Piel - Infinitive construct | first person common singular
Strong's 3615:To be complete, at an end, finished, accomplished, or spent

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