Jeremiah 49:22-24
Easy-to-Read Version
22 Just as an eagle flies high to see the animal it will attack,
so the Lord will spread his wings over Bozrah.
And Edom’s soldiers will be filled with fear
like a woman giving birth.
A Message About Damascus
23 This message is about the city of Damascus:
“The towns of Hamath and Arpad are afraid.
They are afraid because they heard the bad news.
They are discouraged.
They are worried and afraid.
24 The city of Damascus has become weak.
The people want to run away.
They are ready to panic.
They are overcome with fear and pain,
like a woman giving birth.
Jeremiah 49:22-24
New International Version
22 Look! An eagle will soar and swoop(A) down,
spreading its wings over Bozrah.(B)
In that day the hearts of Edom’s warriors(C)
will be like the heart of a woman in labor.(D)
A Message About Damascus
23 Concerning Damascus:(E)
Footnotes
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