Jeremiah 22:23
O inhabitant of Lebanon, that makest thy nest in the cedars, how gracious shalt thou be when pangs come upon thee, the pain as of a woman in travail!
Context
This verse from Jeremiah Chapter 22 connects to 10 cross-references. Jeremiah denounces the royal house: practice justice or this house will become a desolation. Shallum who was taken captive will not return. Jehoiakim who built his palace with unrighteous wages is condemned as a usurper. Coniah the son will be …
Other Translations
O inhabitant of Lebanon, that makest thy nest in the cedars, how greatly to be pitied shalt thou be when pangs come upon thee, the pain as of a woman in travail!
O dweller in Lebanon, making a nest among cedars, How gracious hast thou been when pangs come to thee, Pain--as of a travailing woman.
O you who are living in Lebanon, making your living-place in the cedars, how greatly to be pitied will you be when pains come on you, as on a woman in childbirth!
Cross References
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