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Jeremiah 23:6 · KJV

"In his days Judah shall be saved, and Israel shall dwell safely: and this is his name whereby he shall be called, THE LORD OUR RIGHTEOUSNESS."

King James Version

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Passage Context

4And I will set up shepherds over them which shall feed them: and they shall fear no more, nor be dismayed, neither shall they be lacking, saith the LORD.
5Behold, the days come, saith the LORD, that I will raise unto David a righteous Branch, and a King shall reign and prosper, and shall execute judgment and justice in the earth.
6In his days Judah shall be saved, and Israel shall dwell safely: and this is his name whereby he shall be called, THE LORD OUR RIGHTEOUSNESS.
7Therefore, behold, the days come, saith the LORD, that they shall no more say, The LORD liveth, which brought up the children of Israel out of the land of Egypt;
8But, The LORD liveth, which brought up and which led the seed of the house of Israel out of the north country, and from all countries whither I had driven them; and they shall dwell in their own land.

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Reflection Questions

1

How does the promise of righteousness affect your faith?

2

What does it mean for you to dwell safely in God's presence?

3

When have you experienced God's righteousness in your life?

Life Application

faith

Trust in God's promise of righteousness can bring peace during turbulent times.

hope

Focus on the hope of restoration in your life, especially when facing challenges.

Places in This Verse

Judah(Israel today)

Judah was the southern kingdom of Israel, known for its capital Jerusalem and the temple. It faced significant threats from Babylon during Jeremiah's time.

Connection to Jesus

messianic prophecy

This verse refers to a future leader who will bring righteousness, which Christians see fulfilled in Jesus.

See also: Romans 5:1

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