Jeremiah 4:24
I beheld the mountains, and, lo, they trembled, and all the hills moved lightly.
Original Language Analysis
רָאִ֙יתִי֙
I beheld
H7200
רָאִ֙יתִי֙
I beheld
Strong's:
H7200
Word #:
1 of 7
to see, literally or figuratively (in numerous applications, direct and implied, transitive, intransitive and causative)
הֶֽהָרִ֔ים
the mountains
H2022
הֶֽהָרִ֔ים
the mountains
Strong's:
H2022
Word #:
2 of 7
a mountain or range of hills (sometimes used figuratively)
רֹעֲשִׁ֑ים
and lo they trembled
H7493
רֹעֲשִׁ֑ים
and lo they trembled
Strong's:
H7493
Word #:
4 of 7
to undulate (as the earth, the sky, etc.; also a field of grain), particularly through fear; specifically, to spring (as a locust)
וְכָל
H3605
וְכָל
Strong's:
H3605
Word #:
5 of 7
properly, the whole; hence, all, any or every (in the singular only, but often in a plural sense)
Cross References
Ezekiel 38:20So that the fishes of the sea, and the fowls of the heaven, and the beasts of the field, and all creeping things that creep upon the earth, and all the men that are upon the face of the earth, shall shake at my presence, and the mountains shall be thrown down, and the steep places shall fall, and every wall shall fall to the ground.Isaiah 5:25Therefore is the anger of the LORD kindled against his people, and he hath stretched forth his hand against them, and hath smitten them: and the hills did tremble, and their carcases were torn in the midst of the streets. For all this his anger is not turned away, but his hand is stretched out still.Jeremiah 10:10But the LORD is the true God, he is the living God, and an everlasting king: at his wrath the earth shall tremble, and the nations shall not be able to abide his indignation.
Historical Context
Historical and cultural context for Jeremiah 4:24, 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 4:24 challenge your understanding of God's character and His dealings with His people?
- What practical application can you draw from Jeremiah 4:24 for your walk with Christ today?
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Analysis & Commentary
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