Jeremiah 22:14 Meaning
That saith, I will build me a wide house and large chambers, and cutteth him out windows; and it is cieled with cedar, and painted with vermilion.
Context Explained
12But he shall die in the place whither they have led him captive, and shall see this land no more.
13Woe unto him that buildeth his house by unrighteousness, and his chambers by wrong; that useth his neighbour's service without wages, and giveth him not for his work;
14That saith, I will build me a wide house and large chambers, and cutteth him out windows; and it is cieled with cedar, and painted with vermilion.
15Shalt thou reign, because thou closest thyself in cedar? did not thy father eat and drink, and do judgment and justice, and then it was well with him?
16He judged the cause of the poor and needy; then it was well with him: was not this to know me? saith the LORD.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Luke 12:19
Both verses address the folly of focusing on material wealth.
1 Timothy 6:9
This verse warns against the dangers of greed, similar to Jeremiah's message.
James 4:3
Both verses highlight the consequences of selfish desires.
Source: Jeremiah 22:14