Jeremiah 4:3
For thus saith the LORD to the men of Judah and Jerusalem, Break up your fallow ground, and sow not among thorns.
Original Language Analysis
כִּי
H3588
כִּי
Strong's:
H3588
Word #:
1 of 14
(by implication) very widely used as a relative conjunction or adverb (as below); often largely modified by other particles annexed
כֹ֣ה׀
H3541
כֹ֣ה׀
Strong's:
H3541
Word #:
2 of 14
properly, like this, i.e., by implication, (of manner) thus (or so); also (of place) here (or hither); or (of time) now
יְהוָֹ֗ה
the LORD
H3068
יְהוָֹ֗ה
the LORD
Strong's:
H3068
Word #:
4 of 14
(the) self-existent or eternal; jeho-vah, jewish national name of god
לְאִ֤ישׁ
to the men
H376
לְאִ֤ישׁ
to the men
Strong's:
H376
Word #:
5 of 14
a man as an individual or a male person; often used as an adjunct to a more definite term (and in such cases frequently not expressed in translation)
יְהוּדָה֙
of Judah
H3063
יְהוּדָה֙
of Judah
Strong's:
H3063
Word #:
6 of 14
jehudah (or judah), the name of five israelites; also of the tribe descended from the first, and of its territory
וְלִיר֣וּשָׁלִַ֔ם
and Jerusalem
H3389
וְלִיר֣וּשָׁלִַ֔ם
and Jerusalem
Strong's:
H3389
Word #:
7 of 14
jerushalaim or jerushalem, the capital city of palestine
נִ֑יר
your fallow ground
H5215
נִ֑יר
your fallow ground
Strong's:
H5215
Word #:
10 of 14
properly, plowing, i.e., (concretely) freshly plowed land
וְאַֽל
H408
וְאַֽל
Strong's:
H408
Word #:
11 of 14
not (the qualified negation, used as a deprecative); once (job 24:25) as a noun, nothing
Cross References
Hosea 10:12Sow to yourselves in righteousness, reap in mercy; break up your fallow ground: for it is time to seek the LORD, till he come and rain righteousness upon you.Luke 8:14And that which fell among thorns are they, which, when they have heard, go forth, and are choked with cares and riches and pleasures of this life, and bring no fruit to perfection.Luke 8:7And some fell among thorns; and the thorns sprang up with it, and choked it.Matthew 13:7And some fell among thorns; and the thorns sprung up, and choked them:Mark 4:7And some fell among thorns, and the thorns grew up, and choked it, and it yielded no fruit.Matthew 13:22He also that received seed among the thorns is he that heareth the word; and the care of this world, and the deceitfulness of riches, choke the word, and he becometh unfruitful.Genesis 3:18Thorns also and thistles shall it bring forth to thee; and thou shalt eat the herb of the field;
Historical Context
Historical and cultural context for Jeremiah 4:3, 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 4:3 challenge your understanding of God's character and His dealings with His people?
- What practical application can you draw from Jeremiah 4:3 for your walk with Christ today?
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Analysis & Commentary
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