Jeremiah 2:31 Meaning
O generation, see ye the word of the LORD. Have I been a wilderness unto Israel? a land of darkness? wherefore say my people, We are lords; we will come no more unto thee?
Context Explained
29Wherefore will ye plead with me? ye all have transgressed against me, saith the LORD.
30In vain have I smitten your children; they received no correction: your own sword hath devoured your prophets, like a destroying lion.
31O generation, see ye the word of the LORD. Have I been a wilderness unto Israel? a land of darkness? wherefore say my people, We are lords; we will come no more unto thee?
32Can a maid forget her ornaments, or a bride her attire? yet my people have forgotten me days without number.
33Why trimmest thou thy way to seek love? therefore hast thou also taught the wicked ones thy ways.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Isaiah 5:4
Isaiah questions Israel's ingratitude towards God.
Hosea 11:7
Hosea reflects on Israel's refusal to return to God.
Malachi 1:2
Malachi speaks of God's love and Israel's rejection.
Source: Jeremiah 2:31