Jeremiah 11:19 · KJV
"But I was like a lamb or an ox that is brought to the slaughter; and I knew not that they had devised devices against me, saying, Let us destroy the tree with the fruit thereof, and let us cut him off from the land of the living, that his name may be no more remembered."
King James Version
What does Jeremiah 11:19 mean? →Passage Context
17For the LORD of hosts, that planted thee, hath pronounced evil against thee, for the evil of the house of Israel and of the house of Judah, which they have done against themselves to provoke me to anger in offering incense unto Baal.
18And the LORD hath given me knowledge of it, and I know it: then thou shewedst me their doings.
19But I was like a lamb or an ox that is brought to the slaughter; and I knew not that they had devised devices against me, saying, Let us destroy the tree with the fruit thereof, and let us cut him off from the land of the living, that his name may be no more remembered.
20But, O LORD of hosts, that judgest righteously, that triest the reins and the heart, let me see thy vengeance on them: for unto thee have I revealed my cause.
21Therefore thus saith the LORD of the men of Anathoth, that seek thy life, saying, Prophesy not in the name of the LORD, that thou die not by our hand:
Reflection Questions
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When have you felt like a victim of betrayal?
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How do you cope with feelings of helplessness?
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What does it mean to you to trust God in difficult times?
Life Application
trust
In moments of betrayal, lean into your faith and seek solace in prayer.
vulnerability
Acknowledge your feelings and share them with trusted friends or mentors.
People in This Verse
JeremiahOT
A major prophet known for his lamentations and prophecies against Judah's unfaithfulness.
First appearance: Jeremiah 1:1
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