Turn, O backsliding children, saith the LORD; for I am married unto you: and I will take you one of a city, and two of a family, and I will bring you to Zion:
Come back to me, you rebellious children, says the LORD; because I am your husband. I will gather you—one from this city and two from that family—and I will bring you to Zion.
God is calling His people who have wandered away to return to Him, promising to gather them from wherever they are scattered and bring them home because He loves them like a faithful husband.
📚 Historical Context
Jeremiah spoke these words around 627-586 BC during a time when the people of Judah had repeatedly turned away from God to worship idols and follow pagan practices. The prophet used marriage imagery to describe God's covenant relationship with His people, emphasizing that despite their unfaithfulness, God remained committed to them. Zion refers to Jerusalem, the holy city and center of worship.
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