And I will gather the remnant of my flock out of all countries whither I have driven them, and will bring them again to their folds; and they shall be fruitful and increase.
And I will gather the survivors of my people from all the countries where I scattered them, and I will bring them back to their homeland. There they will be fruitful and grow in number.
God is promising to bring His scattered people back home and help them flourish again after their punishment.
📚 Historical Context
During the time of the prophet Jeremiah in the 7th-6th century BC, the people of Judah were facing God's judgment for their persistent idolatry and rebellion, which resulted in their exile to foreign lands like Babylon under the Babylonian Empire. In this verse, God promises to gather the surviving remnant of His people from all the places they were scattered as a sign of His mercy and covenant faithfulness. This restoration points to a future hope of national renewal for Israel.
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