Jeremiah 3:23
Truly in vain is salvation hoped for from the hills, and from the multitude of mountains: truly in the LORD our God is the salvation of Israel.
Original Language Analysis
לַשֶּׁ֛קֶר
in vain
H8267
לַשֶּׁ֛קֶר
in vain
Strong's:
H8267
Word #:
2 of 10
an untruth; by implication, a sham (often adverbial)
הָמ֣וֹן
and from the multitude
H1995
הָמ֣וֹן
and from the multitude
Strong's:
H1995
Word #:
4 of 10
a noise, tumult, crowd; also disquietude, wealth
הָרִ֑ים
of mountains
H2022
הָרִ֑ים
of mountains
Strong's:
H2022
Word #:
5 of 10
a mountain or range of hills (sometimes used figuratively)
בַּיהוָֹ֣ה
in the LORD
H3068
בַּיהוָֹ֣ה
in the LORD
Strong's:
H3068
Word #:
7 of 10
(the) self-existent or eternal; jeho-vah, jewish national name of god
אֱלֹהֵ֔ינוּ
our God
H430
אֱלֹהֵ֔ינוּ
our God
Strong's:
H430
Word #:
8 of 10
gods in the ordinary sense; but specifically used (in the plural thus, especially with the article) of the supreme god; occasionally applied by way of
Historical Context
Historical and cultural context for Jeremiah 3:23, including the time period during Jeremiah's ministry (627-586 BC), the political situation with Babylon's rise to power, and how this verse relates to Judah's covenant unfaithfulness and coming judgment.
Questions for Reflection
- How does Jeremiah 3:23 challenge your understanding of God's character and His dealings with His people?
- What practical application can you draw from Jeremiah 3:23 for your walk with Christ today?
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