Jeremiah 49:22-24

New International Reader's Version

²²Look! An enemy is coming.
    It’s like an eagle diving down.
    It will spread its wings over Bozrah.
At that time the hearts of Edom’s soldiers
    will tremble in fear.
    They’ll be like the heart of a woman having a baby.

A Message About Damascus

²³Here is what the Lord says about Damascus. He says,

“The people of Hamath and Arpad are terrified.
    They have heard bad news.
They have lost all hope.
    They are troubled like the rolling sea.
²⁴The people of Damascus have become weak.
    They have turned to run away.
    Panic has taken hold of them.
Suffering and pain have taken hold of them.
    Their pain is like the pain of a woman having a baby.