Jeremiah 23:9

"but, ‘As the LORD lives, who brought up and who led the offspring of the house of Israel out of the north country, and from all the countries where I had driven them.’ Then they will dwell in their own land.”"

Key Reflection

This verse underscores God's faithfulness to His covenant with the Israelites, emphasizing that despite their scattering, He vows to gather them back to their promised land as a sign of His enduring power and commitment. It highlights both the historical exodus from Egypt and the future restoration after exile, symbolizing spiritual rebirth and redemption.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Because of the prophets -Rather, concerning “the prophets.” These words should come first, as being the title of this portion of the prophecyJeremiah 23:9-40.

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