Jeremiah
Prophet c. 650 BC — c. 570 BC Israel

Rachel Weeping for Her Children

Fulfilled
590 BC — Jerusalem
A voice is heard in Ramah, mourning and great weeping. Rachel is weeping for her children and refusing to be comforted, because they are no more.
Historical Fulfilment

King Herod ordered the massacre of all male infants in Bethlehem after learning of Jesus' birth, fulfilling this prophecy of mourning.

Source
Bible
Century
5th c. BC
Recognition
Church Approved
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