Jeremiah 5:2
And though they say, The LORD liveth; surely they swear falsely.
Original Language Analysis
וְאִ֥ם
H518
וְאִ֥ם
Strong's:
H518
Word #:
1 of 7
used very widely as demonstrative, lo!; interrogative, whether?; or conditional, if, although; also oh that!, when; hence, as a negative, not
חַי
liveth
H2416
חַי
liveth
Strong's:
H2416
Word #:
2 of 7
alive; hence, raw (flesh); fresh (plant, water, year), strong; also (as noun, especially in the feminine singular and masculine plural) life (or livin
יְהוָֹ֖ה
The LORD
H3068
יְהוָֹ֖ה
The LORD
Strong's:
H3068
Word #:
3 of 7
(the) self-existent or eternal; jeho-vah, jewish national name of god
לָכֵ֥ן
H3651
לָכֵ֥ן
Strong's:
H3651
Word #:
5 of 7
properly, set upright; hence (figuratively as adjective) just; but usually (as adverb or conjunction) rightly or so (in various applications to manner
Cross References
Titus 1:16They profess that they know God; but in works they deny him, being abominable, and disobedient, and unto every good work reprobate.Jeremiah 4:2And thou shalt swear, The LORD liveth, in truth, in judgment, and in righteousness; and the nations shall bless themselves in him, and in him shall they glory.Isaiah 48:1Hear ye this, O house of Jacob, which are called by the name of Israel, and are come forth out of the waters of Judah, which swear by the name of the LORD, and make mention of the God of Israel, but not in truth, nor in righteousness.Jeremiah 7:9Will ye steal, murder, and commit adultery, and swear falsely, and burn incense unto Baal, and walk after other gods whom ye know not;Leviticus 19:12And ye shall not swear by my name falsely, neither shalt thou profane the name of thy God: I am the LORD.Hosea 10:4They have spoken words, swearing falsely in making a covenant: thus judgment springeth up as hemlock in the furrows of the field.2 Timothy 3:5Having a form of godliness, but denying the power thereof: from such turn away.
Historical Context
Historical and cultural context for Jeremiah 5:2, 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 5:2 challenge your understanding of God's character and His dealings with His people?
- What practical application can you draw from Jeremiah 5:2 for your walk with Christ today?
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Analysis & Commentary
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