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Horonaim

Horonaim was a Moabite city mentioned in biblical prophecies concerning Moab's judgment. It appears in Isaiah's and Jeremiah's oracles against Moab, symbolizing the nation's vulnerability and coming destruction.

Overview

Horonaim was a town in Moab, located in the southwestern region of that ancient nation. The city is referenced in prophetic passages announcing God's judgment against Moab for its pride and rebellion against Him.

Key Scriptures

"Cry out, for Moab is ruined! Flee! Run! Tell it to Zoar, to Horonayim and Eglath Shelishiyah, for the ascent of Luhith they go up weeping; on the road to Horonaim they lament their destruction." (Isaiah 15:5, NIV)

"Moab is ruined and broken down. Wail for him! Cry out! Announce by the Arnon that Moab is destroyed." (Jeremiah 48:20, ESV)

Application

Reflect on how God's sovereignty extends over all nations and His judgment falls on those who persist in pride and rejection of His authority, calling believers to humble submission before Him.