devastate, devastation

Definition

The term “devastated” or “devastation” refers to having one’s property or land ruined or destroyed. It also often includes destroying or capturing the people living on that land.

• This refers to a very severe and complete destruction.
• For example, the city of Sodom was devastated by God as punishment for the sins of the people living there.
• The term “devastation” can also include causing great emotional grief resulting from the punishment or destruction.

Translation Suggestions

• The term “devastate” could be translated as “completely destroy” or “completely ruin.”
• Depending on the context, “devastation” could be translated as “complete destruction” or “total ruin” or “disaster.”

(See also: ruin)

Bible References

• Daniel 8:24-25
• Jeremiah 4:13
• Numbers 21:30
• Zephaniah 1:13

Word Data

• Strong’s: H1110, H1238, H2721, H1826, H3615, H3772, H4875, H7701, H7703, H7722, H7843, H8074, H8077