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Jeremiah 26:11 · KJV

"Then spake the priests and the prophets unto the princes and to all the people, saying, This man is worthy to die; for he hath prophesied against this city, as ye have heard with your ears."

King James Version

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Passage Context

9Why hast thou prophesied in the name of the LORD, saying, This house shall be like Shiloh, and this city shall be desolate without an inhabitant? And all the people were gathered against Jeremiah in the house of the LORD.
10When the princes of Judah heard these things, then they came up from the king's house unto the house of the LORD, and sat down in the entry of the new gate of the LORD'S house.
11Then spake the priests and the prophets unto the princes and to all the people, saying, This man is worthy to die; for he hath prophesied against this city, as ye have heard with your ears.
12Then spake Jeremiah unto all the princes and to all the people, saying, The LORD sent me to prophesy against this house and against this city all the words that ye have heard.
13Therefore now amend your ways and your doings, and obey the voice of the LORD your God; and the LORD will repent him of the evil that he hath pronounced against you.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you respond to criticism for your beliefs?

2

What does it mean for you to stand firm in your convictions?

3

When have you felt your faith was challenged?

Life Application

faith

Be prepared to defend your beliefs, even when it's unpopular.

courage

Stand firm in your faith amidst opposition.

Places in This Verse

house of the LORD(Temple Mount, Jerusalem today)

The location where religious leaders gathered to discuss matters of faith and governance.

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