Jeremiah 11:2

"The word that came to Jeremiah from the LORD, saying,"

Key Reflection

This verse marks the beginning of a prophetic message delivered by Jeremiah, emphasizing that what follows is not just personal opinion but a divine directive. For the original audience in first-century Judah, recognizing this as a word from the LORD would have immediately set the tone for serious attention, given the gravity and authority associated with God’s direct speech in their cultural context.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

The words of this covenant -The phrase used2 Kings 23:3to describe the contents of the Book of the Law.

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