Jeremiah 10:11
"But the LORD is the true God. He is the living God, and an everlasting King. At his wrath, the earth trembles. The nations aren’t able to withstand his indignation."
Key Reflection
The LORD is portrayed as the true, living God who endures forever, contrasting sharply with the lifeless idols worshipped by other nations. The original audience would have understood that when the earth trembles at his wrath and no nation can withstand his anger, this vividly illustrates God's supreme power and sovereignty over both nature and human kingdoms. This assertion underscores the divine right of Israel to worship the one true God while warning against idolatry, emphasizing that only Yahweh is worthy of such reverence and fear.
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From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes