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Jeremiah 2:10 Meaning

For pass over the isles of Chittim, and see; and send unto Kedar, and consider diligently, and see if there be such a thing.

Context Explained

8The priests said not, Where is the LORD? and they that handle the law knew me not: the pastors also transgressed against me, and the prophets prophesied by Baal, and walked after things that do not profit.

9Wherefore I will yet plead with you, saith the LORD, and with your children's children will I plead.

10For pass over the isles of Chittim, and see; and send unto Kedar, and consider diligently, and see if there be such a thing.

11Hath a nation changed their gods, which are yet no gods? but my people have changed their glory for that which doth not profit.

12Be astonished, O ye heavens, at this, and be horribly afraid, be ye very desolate, saith the LORD.

Key Themes

warningdestructionconsequence

Related Cross References

  • Matthew 24:2

    Jesus foretells the destruction of the temple, similar to Jeremiah's warnings.

  • Luke 19:44

    Jesus weeps over Jerusalem's coming destruction.

  • Ezekiel 22:25

    Another prophet speaks of the devastation of the land.

Source: Jeremiah 2:10