Since the day that your fathers came forth out of the land of Egypt unto this day I have even sent unto you all my servants the prophets, daily rising up early and sending them:
From the day your ancestors left Egypt until now, I have continually sent you all my servants the prophets, getting up early each day to send them to you:
God is saying He has faithfully sent prophets to guide His people every single day since they left Egypt, showing His persistent love and care for them.
📚 Historical Context
Jeremiah was prophesying during the final years before Jerusalem's destruction by Babylon (around 627-586 BC). God had been sending prophets to Israel for centuries - from Moses during the Exodus, through Samuel, Elijah, Elisha, Isaiah, and many others. The phrase 'rising up early' was a Hebrew idiom expressing God's eagerness and persistence in reaching His people.
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