Jeremiah 22:17 · KJV
"But thine eyes and thine heart are not but for thy covetousness, and for to shed innocent blood, and for oppression, and for violence, to do it."
King James Version
What does Jeremiah 22:17 mean? →Passage Context
15Shalt thou reign, because thou closest thyself in cedar? did not thy father eat and drink, and do judgment and justice, and then it was well with him?
16He judged the cause of the poor and needy; then it was well with him: was not this to know me? saith the LORD.
17But thine eyes and thine heart are not but for thy covetousness, and for to shed innocent blood, and for oppression, and for violence, to do it.
18Therefore thus saith the LORD concerning Jehoiakim the son of Josiah king of Judah; They shall not lament for him, saying, Ah my brother! or, Ah sister! they shall not lament for him, saying, Ah lord! or, Ah his glory!
19He shall be buried with the burial of an ass, drawn and cast forth beyond the gates of Jerusalem.
Reflection Questions
1
What are your motivations in your daily life?
2
How do you respond to injustice when you see it?
3
When have you felt pressured to prioritize personal gain over ethics?
Life Application
integrity
Evaluate your decisions—are they driven by greed or a desire to serve others? Commit to acting justly.
advocacy
Stand up for those who cannot speak for themselves; seek opportunities to support the oppressed.
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