Jeremiah 48:1–6

PROPHECIES AGAINST MOAB

48 About Moab,a this is what the Lord of Armies, the God of Israel, says:

Woe to Nebo,b because it is about to be destroyed;

Kiriathaim will be put to shame;c it will be taken captive.

The fortress will be put to shame and dismayed!

2 There is no longer praise for Moab;

they plan harm against her in Heshbon:d

Come, let’s cut her off from nationhood.

Also, Madmen, you will be silenced;

the sword will followe you.

3 A voice cries out from Horonaim,f

“Devastation and a crushing blow!”g

4 Moab will be shattered;

her little ones will cry out.

5 For on the Ascent to Luhith

they will be weeping continually,B

and on the descent to Horonaim

will be heard cries of distress over the destruction:h

6 Flee! Save your lives!i

Be like a juniper bush* j in the wilderness.