And say unto them, Hear ye the word of the LORD, ye kings of Judah, and all Judah, and all the inhabitants of Jerusalem, that enter in by these gates:
And say to them, 'Listen to the word of the LORD, you kings of Judah, and all the people of Judah, and everyone who lives in Jerusalem who comes through these gates:'
The writer is calling all the leaders and people of Jerusalem to pay attention to an important message from God.
📚 Historical Context
This verse comes during the final years of the kingdom of Judah, around 600 BC, when Jeremiah was prophesying in Jerusalem. The prophet was specifically addressing the leaders and citizens who would pass through the gates of Jerusalem, likely the temple gates or city gates where people gathered for business and worship. This was a time of great political turmoil as Babylon was threatening the nation.
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