And now therefore hear the word of the LORD, ye remnant of Judah; Thus saith the LORD of hosts, the God of Israel; If ye wholly set your faces to enter into Egypt, and go to sojourn there;
Alright, listen up, you survivors of Judah, here's what the LORD of armies, Israel's God, is saying: If you're dead set on going to Egypt and making it your new home,
When God's about to give you a warning, you better tune in and listen.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is set in the aftermath of the Babylonian conquest of Judah, where a group of survivors, known as the remnant, were considering fleeing to Egypt for protection after the assassination of their appointed governor. Jeremiah, acting as God's prophet, delivered a direct warning from the Lord, urging them not to go to Egypt as it would mean rejecting God's plan for their safety and repentance in the land. In the broader biblical narrative, this reflects God's consistent call for His people to trust in Him rather than seeking security in pagan nations.
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