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Jeremiah 17:14

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
Heal me, O LORD, and I shall be healed; save me, and I shall be saved: for thou art my praise.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Heal me, O Lord, and I will be healed; save me, and I will be saved, because you are the one I praise.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

The writer is crying out to God with complete confidence that only God can truly heal and save him, declaring that God alone deserves all praise.

📚 Historical Context

Jeremiah was a prophet in ancient Judah during a time of political turmoil and spiritual decline, as the nation faced invasion from Babylon and struggled with idolatry and unfaithfulness to God. In this verse, Jeremiah offers a personal prayer for healing and salvation, reflecting his own vulnerability amid his prophetic mission to call the people to repentance. This plea underscores the broader biblical theme of relying on God alone for deliverance in the face of national and personal crises.

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