“Then say to the household of the king of Judah, ‘Hear the word of the Lord,
Parallel translations
- WEB “Concerning the house of the king of Judah, hear Yahweh’s word.
- KJV And touching the house of the king of Judah, say, Hear ye the word of the LORD;
- BSB Moreover, tell the house of the king of Judah to hear the word of the LORD.
- NKJV “And concerning the house of the king of Judah, say, ‘Hear the word of the Lord,
- NLT “Say to the royal family of Judah, ‘Listen to this message from the Lord!
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Quick answer
God turns to address the royal house of Judah directly. The kings are called to hear and heed His word.
Overview
This verse introduces a series of oracles aimed at the Davidic monarchy, whose chief duty was to uphold justice. The call to hear the LORD's word reminds rulers that they too stand accountable before God. It sets up the indictment that the kings had failed their covenant calling, heightening the longing for a righteous King who would truly fulfill the throne of David.
Cross-references & the web
Cross-references · 3
- Jer 17:20and tell them, ‘Hear Yahweh’s word, you kings of Judah, and all Judah, and all the inhabitants of Jerusalem, that enter in by these gates:
- Mic 3:1I said, “Please listen, you heads of Jacob, and rulers of the house of Israel: Isn’t it for you to know justice?
- Jer 13:18Say to the king and to the queen mother, “Humble yourselves, sit down; for your headdresses have come down, even the crown of your glory.
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Against the failure of false shepherds Jeremiah promises the Righteous Branch, 'The LORD our righteousness,' and the new covenant written on the heart and sealed in the blood of Christ.
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