Topical Encyclopedia Zimri is a location mentioned in the prophetic literature of the Old Testament, specifically in the book of Jeremiah. The reference to Zimri is found in Jeremiah 25:25, where it is listed among the nations that will drink the cup of God's wrath. The Berean Standard Bible renders this verse as follows: "all the kings of Zimri, Elam, and Media;"The context of Jeremiah 25 is a prophecy concerning the judgment that God will bring upon various nations due to their sins and rebellion against Him. This chapter is part of a larger section where Jeremiah, under divine inspiration, enumerates the nations that will face divine retribution. The inclusion of Zimri in this list suggests that it was a place known to the original audience, although its exact location and historical details remain obscure to modern scholars. The mention of Zimri alongside Elam and Media, regions known to be located in the area of modern-day Iran, has led some scholars to speculate that Zimri might have been a neighboring or related region. However, the lack of additional biblical or extrabiblical references to Zimri as a geographical location leaves its precise identification uncertain. In the broader biblical narrative, the name Zimri is more commonly associated with individuals rather than a place. Notably, Zimri is the name of a king of Israel who reigned for a brief period (1 Kings 16:9-20) and a Simeonite prince who was slain for his immorality (Numbers 25:14). These individuals are distinct from the Zimri mentioned in Jeremiah 25:25, which refers to a location rather than a person. From a theological perspective, the inclusion of Zimri in the list of nations subject to God's judgment underscores the universal scope of divine justice. It serves as a reminder that no nation, regardless of its prominence or obscurity, is beyond the reach of God's sovereign will. The prophetic message of Jeremiah emphasizes that all nations are accountable to God and that His righteous judgment will be executed upon those who persist in wickedness. The mention of Zimri, though enigmatic, contributes to the overarching biblical theme of God's sovereignty over all the earth. It highlights the reality that God's plans and purposes encompass the entirety of creation, and His judgments are executed with perfect justice and righteousness. Nave's Topical Index Jeremiah 25:25And all the kings of Zimri, and all the kings of Elam, and all the kings of the Medes, Nave's Topical Index Library Tiglath-Pileser iii. And the Organisation of the Assyrian Empire ... Appendices The Influence of the King James Version on English Literature The Assyrian Revival and the Struggle for Syria The Hebrews and the Philistines --Damascus Resources Who was King Zimri in the Bible? | GotQuestions.orgWho was King Elah in the Bible? | GotQuestions.org Who was King Omri in the Bible? | GotQuestions.org Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus |
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