Jeremiah 12:9 · KJV

"Mine heritage is unto me as a speckled bird, the birds round about are against her; come ye, assemble all the beasts of the field, come to devour."

King James Version

Passage Context

⁷I have forsaken mine house, I have left mine heritage; I have given the dearly beloved of my soul into the hand of her enemies.

⁸Mine heritage is unto me as a lion in the forest; it crieth out against me: therefore have I hated it.

⁹Mine heritage is unto me as a speckled bird, the birds round about are against her; come ye, assemble all the beasts of the field, come to devour.

¹⁰Many pastors have destroyed my vineyard, they have trodden my portion under foot, they have made my pleasant portion a desolate wilderness.

¹¹They have made it desolate, and being desolate it mourneth unto me; the whole land is made desolate, because no man layeth it to heart.

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Reflection Questions

What does it mean for you to feel targeted or isolated?

How do you respond when you feel surrounded by negativity?

When have you felt the need to gather strength from others?

Life Application

community

Reach out to friends or family when feeling isolated. Building a supportive network is crucial.

faith

Trust that God sees your struggles and is with you in times of adversity.

People in This Verse

JeremiahOT

A major prophet known for his lamentations and prophecies against Judah's unfaithfulness.

First appearance: Jeremiah 1:1

Places in This Verse

Jerusalem(Jerusalem today)

The city where Jeremiah prophesied, representing both the heart of Jewish faith and the site of impending destruction.

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