Jeremiah 2:29 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

Wherefore will ye plead with me? ye all have transgressed against me, saith the LORD.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Why are you arguing with me? You have all rebelled against me, says the LORD.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

God is asking why His people are complaining to Him when they are the ones who have turned away from Him.

📚 Historical Context

This verse comes from God's message through the prophet Jeremiah to the kingdom of Judah around 627-586 BC. The people were facing consequences for their unfaithfulness—worshiping idols, breaking their covenant with God, and following pagan practices—yet they were complaining about their troubles instead of acknowledging their wrongdoing. God was pointing out the inconsistency of their protests when they had been the ones to break their relationship with Him.

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