Jeremiah 31:5 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

Thou shalt yet plant vines upon the mountains of Samaria: the planters shall plant, and shall eat them as common things.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

You will again plant vineyards on the hills of Samaria. The farmers will plant them and enjoy eating their fruit freely.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

God is promising that the land will be restored and people will once again enjoy normal, peaceful life there.

📚 Historical Context

In the historical context, Jeremiah was a prophet speaking to the people of Judah during a time of impending exile due to their persistent idolatry and rebellion against God, with Samaria, part of the former northern kingdom of Israel, already devastated by Assyrian conquest in 722 BC. This verse is part of a larger prophecy in Jeremiah 31 about God's promise of restoration for His people after judgment, symbolizing a return to peace and prosperity where the land would once again yield fruit. It reflects the cultural significance of vineyards as a source of sustenance and joy in ancient Israelite society, pointing to God's covenant faithfulness.

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