Jeremiah 23:37 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

Thus shalt thou say to the prophet, What hath the LORD answered thee? and, What hath the LORD spoken?

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

This is what you should say to the prophet: 'What has the LORD answered you?' and 'What has the LORD said?'

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

God is giving instructions on how to properly ask a prophet about God's messages - with respect and genuine desire to hear what God has said.

📚 Historical Context

Jeremiah was addressing the problem of false prophets who were misleading the people of Judah before the Babylonian exile. Many people were asking prophets flippant or mocking questions about God's messages, treating them lightly. God was instructing the people on the proper, respectful way to inquire about divine revelation.

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