KJV ORIGINAL
For who hath stood in the counsel of the LORD, and hath perceived and heard his word? who hath marked his word, and heard it?
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
For who has actually stood in the LORD's council meeting and truly understood and heard his word? Who has really paid attention to his word and listened to it?
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Jeremiah is challenging false prophets by asking who among them has actually been in God's presence to receive His true message.
📚 Historical Context
Jeremiah was confronting false prophets in Judah who were giving people messages of false hope, claiming God would protect them despite their disobedience. These prophets were telling people what they wanted to hear rather than God's true warnings about coming judgment. Jeremiah is questioning their authority by asking if they've actually received revelation directly from God.
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