Jeremiah 3:4
Wilt thou not from this time cry unto me, My father, thou art the guide of my youth?
Original Language Analysis
הֲל֣וֹא
H3808
הֲל֣וֹא
Strong's:
H3808
Word #:
1 of 8
not (the simple or abs. negation); by implication, no; often used with other particles
מֵעַ֔תָּה
H6258
קָרָ֥אתי
Wilt thou not from this time cry
H7121
קָרָ֥אתי
Wilt thou not from this time cry
Strong's:
H7121
Word #:
3 of 8
to call out to (i.e., properly, address by name, but used in a wide variety of applications)
אָבִ֑י
unto me My father
H1
אָבִ֑י
unto me My father
Strong's:
H1
Word #:
5 of 8
father, in a literal and immediate, or figurative and remote application
אַלּ֥וּף
thou art the guide
H441
אַלּ֥וּף
thou art the guide
Strong's:
H441
Word #:
6 of 8
familiar; a friend, also gentle; and so, a chieftain (as notable, like neat cattle)
Cross References
Jeremiah 2:2Go and cry in the ears of Jerusalem, saying, Thus saith the LORD; I remember thee, the kindness of thy youth, the love of thine espousals, when thou wentest after me in the wilderness, in a land that was not sown.Jeremiah 3:19But I said, How shall I put thee among the children, and give thee a pleasant land, a goodly heritage of the hosts of nations? and I said, Thou shalt call me, My father; and shalt not turn away from me.Psalms 71:17O God, thou hast taught me from my youth: and hitherto have I declared thy wondrous works.Proverbs 2:17Which forsaketh the guide of her youth, and forgetteth the covenant of her God.Jeremiah 31:9They shall come with weeping, and with supplications will I lead them: I will cause them to walk by the rivers of waters in a straight way, wherein they shall not stumble: for I am a father to Israel, and Ephraim is my firstborn.Hosea 2:15And I will give her her vineyards from thence, and the valley of Achor for a door of hope: and she shall sing there, as in the days of her youth, and as in the day when she came up out of the land of Egypt.
Historical Context
Historical and cultural context for Jeremiah 3:4, 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 3:4 challenge your understanding of God's character and His dealings with His people?
- What practical application can you draw from Jeremiah 3:4 for your walk with Christ today?
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Analysis & Commentary
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