Jeremiah 26:12 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

Then spake Jeremiah unto all the princes and to all the people, saying, The LORD sent me to prophesy against this house and against this city all the words that ye have heard.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Then Jeremiah spoke to all the officials and to all the people, saying, 'The LORD sent me to deliver this prophecy against this temple and against this city—all the words that you have heard.'

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Jeremiah is defending himself by declaring that he was simply delivering God's message, not speaking his own words of judgment against Jerusalem and the temple.

📚 Historical Context

This verse comes from Jeremiah's trial after he prophesied the destruction of Jerusalem and the temple (around 609 BC). The religious leaders and people wanted to execute him for his harsh prophecies, so Jeremiah had to defend himself before the court. He was claiming divine authority for his unpopular message rather than speaking treasonous words on his own.

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