Jeremiah 3:7
And I said after she had done all these things, Turn thou unto me. But she returned not. And her treacherous sister Judah saw it.
Original Language Analysis
אַחֲרֵ֨י
after
H310
אַחֲרֵ֨י
after
Strong's:
H310
Word #:
2 of 14
properly, the hind part; generally used as an adverb or conjunction, after (in various senses)
עֲשׂוֹתָ֧הּ
she had done
H6213
עֲשׂוֹתָ֧הּ
she had done
Strong's:
H6213
Word #:
3 of 14
to do or make, in the broadest sense and widest application
אֶת
H853
אֶת
Strong's:
H853
Word #:
4 of 14
properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)
כָּל
H3605
כָּל
Strong's:
H3605
Word #:
5 of 14
properly, the whole; hence, all, any or every (in the singular only, but often in a plural sense)
שָׁ֑בָה
all these things Turn
H7725
שָׁ֑בָה
all these things Turn
Strong's:
H7725
Word #:
8 of 14
to turn back (hence, away) transitively or intransitively, literally or figuratively (not necessarily with the idea of return to the starting point);
וְלֹא
H3808
וְלֹא
Strong's:
H3808
Word #:
9 of 14
not (the simple or abs. negation); by implication, no; often used with other particles
שָׁ֑בָה
all these things Turn
H7725
שָׁ֑בָה
all these things Turn
Strong's:
H7725
Word #:
10 of 14
to turn back (hence, away) transitively or intransitively, literally or figuratively (not necessarily with the idea of return to the starting point);
וַתֵּ֛רֶאה
saw
H7200
וַתֵּ֛רֶאה
saw
Strong's:
H7200
Word #:
11 of 14
to see, literally or figuratively (in numerous applications, direct and implied, transitive, intransitive and causative)
Historical Context
Historical and cultural context for Jeremiah 3:7, 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 3:7 challenge your understanding of God's character and His dealings with His people?
- What practical application can you draw from Jeremiah 3:7 for your walk with Christ today?
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Analysis & Commentary
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