Hear ye the word of the LORD, O house of Jacob, and all the families of the house of Israel:
Listen to the Lord's message, descendants of Jacob and all the families of Israel:
God is calling all the people of Israel to pay attention because He has something important to tell them.
📚 Historical Context
Jeremiah was a prophet in ancient Judah during the 7th and 6th centuries BC, a time when the nation was deeply involved in idolatry and moral decline, leading to God's impending judgment through the Babylonian exile. This verse specifically addresses the "house of Jacob" and "families of the house of Israel," which refers to the descendants of Jacob (also called Israel), calling them to pay attention to God's message as a reminder of their covenant relationship. It serves as an opening call in Jeremiah's prophecy, urging the people to listen before facing the consequences of their unfaithfulness.
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