Jeremiah 17:18 Meaning
Let them be confounded that persecute me, but let not me be confounded: let them be dismayed, but let not me be dismayed: bring upon them the day of evil, and destroy them with double destruction.
Context Explained
16As for me, I have not hastened from being a pastor to follow thee: neither have I desired the woeful day; thou knowest: that which came out of my lips was right before thee.
17Be not a terror unto me: thou art my hope in the day of evil.
18Let them be confounded that persecute me, but let not me be confounded: let them be dismayed, but let not me be dismayed: bring upon them the day of evil, and destroy them with double destruction.
19Thus said the LORD unto me; Go and stand in the gate of the children of the people, whereby the kings of Judah come in, and by the which they go out, and in all the gates of Jerusalem;
20And say unto them, Hear ye the word of the LORD, ye kings of Judah, and all Judah, and all the inhabitants of Jerusalem, that enter in by these gates:
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Related Cross References
Psalm 35:4
Both verses call for justice against persecutors, reflecting a desire for divine intervention.
Matthew 5:10
Jesus teaches that the persecuted are blessed, connecting to Jeremiah's plea for justice.
2 Thessalonians 1:6
This verse speaks of God's justice against those who afflict His people, echoing Jeremiah's sentiments.
Source: Jeremiah 17:18