KJV ORIGINAL
As the thief is ashamed when he is found, so is the house of Israel ashamed; they, their kings, their princes, and their priests, and their prophets,
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
Just like a thief feels ashamed when he gets caught, so the people of Israel are ashamed—all of them: their kings, their leaders, their priests, and their prophets.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
God is saying that Israel's leaders and people feel the shame of being caught in their wrongdoing, just like a thief caught red-handed.
📚 Historical Context
Jeremiah was prophesying during the final decades before Judah's fall to Babylon (around 626-586 BC). The nation had turned away from God to worship idols and follow corrupt practices. All levels of leadership—from kings to religious leaders—had failed in their responsibilities to lead the people faithfully.
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