Jeremiah 23:1

"Jeremiah."

Key Reflection

In Jeremiah 23:1, the prophet speaks of false shepherds who destroy and scatter God's people, invoking a dire warning. This sets the stage for verses 2-3, where Jeremiah contrasts these false leaders with true prophets, emphasizing the need for spiritual guidance that brings stability and salvation to Israel.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

The pastors -shepherds, i. e., civil rulersJeremiah 2:8. The sheep of My pasture -literally, of My pasturing, the sheep of whom I am shepherd. The people do not belong to the rulers but to God.

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