KJV ORIGINAL
As for me, behold, I am in your hand: do with me as seemeth good and meet unto you.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
As for me, I am in your hands: do with me whatever seems right and proper to you.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Jeremiah is surrendering himself to the authorities, saying they can do whatever they think is right with him.
📚 Historical Context
Jeremiah was a prophet in ancient Judah during the reign of King Jehoiakim, a time of political instability and idolatry that led to threats from Babylon. In Jeremiah 26, he delivered a bold message from God in the temple court, warning of Jerusalem's destruction if the people did not repent, which angered the priests and officials who then threatened his life. Despite this, Jeremiah humbly submitted to their authority, affirming his trust in God's ultimate sovereignty.
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