KJV ORIGINAL
But thine eyes and thine heart are not but for thy covetousness, and for to shed innocent blood, and for oppression, and for violence, to do it.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
But your eyes and your heart are focused only on your greed, on killing innocent people, on oppressing others, and on committing violence.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is condemning someone whose thoughts and attention are completely consumed with greed, violence, and harming innocent people.
📚 Historical Context
Jeremiah is speaking God's judgment against King Jehoiakim of Judah, who ruled from 609-598 BC. This king was known for his selfish building projects, exploitation of workers, and violent oppression of his people. Jeremiah contrasts Jehoiakim's corrupt reign with his father Josiah, who had been a righteous king who cared for justice and the poor.
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