Jeremiah 5:8
They were as fed horses in the morning: every one neighed after his neighbour's wife.
Original Language Analysis
מְיֻזָּנִ֖ים
They were as fed
H2109
מְיֻזָּנִ֖ים
They were as fed
Strong's:
H2109
Word #:
2 of 9
perhaps properly, to be plump, i.e., (transitively) to nourish
הָי֑וּ
H1961
הָי֑וּ
Strong's:
H1961
Word #:
4 of 9
to exist, i.e., be or become, come to pass (always emphatic, and not a mere copula or auxiliary)
אִ֛ישׁ
every one
H376
אִ֛ישׁ
every one
Strong's:
H376
Word #:
5 of 9
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)
Cross References
Jeremiah 13:27I have seen thine adulteries, and thy neighings, the lewdness of thy whoredom, and thine abominations on the hills in the fields. Woe unto thee, O Jerusalem! wilt thou not be made clean? when shall it once be?Ezekiel 22:11And one hath committed abomination with his neighbour's wife; and another hath lewdly defiled his daughter in law; and another in thee hath humbled his sister, his father's daughter.
Historical Context
Historical and cultural context for Jeremiah 5:8, 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 5:8 challenge your understanding of God's character and His dealings with His people?
- What practical application can you draw from Jeremiah 5:8 for your walk with Christ today?
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Analysis & Commentary
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