Reference

Jeremiah 14:15

Therefore thus saith the Lord concerning the prophets that prophesy in my name, and I sent them not, yet they say, Sword and famine shall not be in this land; By sword and famine shall those prophets be consumed.
13

Then said I, Ah, Lord God! behold, the prophets say unto them, Ye shall not see the sword, neither shall ye have famine; but I will give you assured peace in this place.

14

Then the Lord said unto me, The prophets prophesy lies in my name: I sent them not, neither have I commanded them, neither spake unto them: they prophesy unto you a false vision and divination, and a thing of nought, and the deceit of their heart.

15

Therefore thus saith the Lord concerning the prophets that prophesy in my name, and I sent them not, yet they say, Sword and famine shall not be in this land; By sword and famine shall those prophets be consumed.

16

And the people to whom they prophesy shall be cast out in the streets of Jerusalem because of the famine and the sword; and they shall have none to bury them, them, their wives, nor their sons, nor their daughters: for I will pour their wickedness upon them.

17

Therefore thou shalt say this word unto them; Let mine eyes run down with tears night and day, and let them not cease: for the virgin daughter of my people is broken with a great breach, with a very grievous blow.

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Destruction / Perishing Language

This verse explicitly states that the prophets will be "consumed" by sword and famine, which directly aligns with the theme's definition of using "consume" or similar language about the fate of the wicked.

Literal Fulfillment

While the verse describes a literal outcome for the false prophets, the "sword and famine" could also be interpreted metaphorically as a complete and utter destruction of their influence and livelihood, rather than strictly physical death.

Prophetic Methods of Communication

The verse focuses on the *authenticity* of the prophets and the *consequences* of their false prophecies, rather than the specific methods God uses to communicate with genuine prophets. It states God "sent them not," which is about divine authorization, not the means of revelation.