Woe be unto the pastors that destroy and scatter the sheep of my pasture! saith the LORD.
How terrible it will be for the shepherds who destroy and scatter the sheep of my pasture! says the LORD.
God is expressing anger toward spiritual leaders who harm and abandon the people they're supposed to care for and protect.
📚 Historical Context
In the 7th century BC, the prophet Jeremiah lived during a turbulent time in Judah when the nation faced imminent judgment from God due to widespread idolatry and moral decay among its leaders. The "pastors" in this verse refer to the kings, priests, and rulers who were responsible for guiding God's people but instead abused their authority, leading to the scattering of the Israelites like lost sheep. This prophecy highlights God's frustration with their failures, setting the stage for His promise to raise up a true shepherd.
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