Thus saith the LORD, which giveth the sun for a light by day, and the ordinances of the moon and of the stars for a light by night, which divideth the sea when the waves thereof roar; The LORD of hosts is his name:
This is what the LORD says: He gives the sun to shine during the day, and sets the moon and stars in their place to give light at night. He controls the sea when its waves crash and roar. The LORD of hosts is his name.
God is declaring His power as the Creator who controls the sun, moon, stars, and seas - showing He has authority over all of nature.
📚 Historical Context
This verse comes from Jeremiah's prophecy during the final years before Jerusalem's destruction (around 600 BC). God is emphasizing His unchanging power and faithfulness to reassure the people that despite coming judgment, His covenant promises remain as reliable as the natural order He established. The phrase 'LORD of hosts' refers to God as commander of heavenly armies.
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