And I will deliver thee out of the hand of the wicked, and I will redeem thee out of the hand of the terrible.
I will rescue you from the power of evil people, and I will save you from the grip of those who are cruel and violent.
God is promising to protect and rescue His people from those who would harm them.
📚 Historical Context
Jeremiah was a prophet in ancient Judah during the 7th-6th century BC, a time when the nation faced imminent invasion by the Babylonian empire due to their idolatry and disobedience to God. He endured severe persecution from his own people, including priests and officials, who opposed his messages of repentance and judgment. In this verse, God directly assures Jeremiah of personal protection and redemption from his oppressors, emphasizing divine faithfulness amid national crisis.
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