Jeremiah 1:4

"Now the LORD’s word came to me, saying,"

Key Reflection

This phrase marks a divine revelation or instruction given by the Lord to Jeremiah, indicating that what follows is a direct message from God intended to shape Jeremiah's prophetic role and his response to it. The use of this formula highlights the authoritative nature of the prophetic word in shaping both the prophet’s understanding and his ministry.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

This history of Jeremiah’s call to his office formed a part of his first address to the people. He claimed to act by an external authority, and to speak not his own words but those of Yahweh; and this even when resisting the divine call (seeJeremiah 15:13;Jeremiah 20:7,Jeremiah 20:14-18).

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