KJV ORIGINAL
The LORD said, Verily it shall be well with thy remnant; verily I will cause the enemy to entreat thee well in the time of evil and in the time of affliction.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
The LORD said, 'I promise that things will go well for those of you who survive; I promise I will make your enemies treat you kindly during times of trouble and suffering.'
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
God is promising Jeremiah that He will protect and care for the faithful remnant, even making their enemies show them kindness during difficult times.
📚 Historical Context
Jeremiah was prophesying during the final decades before Babylon destroyed Jerusalem in 586 BC. The prophet had been warning of coming judgment, but God also gave promises of hope for those who would remain faithful. This verse comes in the context of Jeremiah's personal complaints to God about his difficult calling as a prophet.
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