Jeremiah 14:2

"This is the LORD’s word that came to Jeremiah concerning the drought:"

Key Reflection

In Jeremiah 14:2, the declaration that this is "the LORD’s word" underscores its divine origin and authority. The mention of a drought sets the stage for God's judgment on Israel due to their disobedience, highlighting how spiritual conditions can manifest in natural phenomena.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

They are black unto the ground -The people assembled at the gates, the usual places of concourse, are in deep mourning and sit humbly on the ground.

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