Jeremiah 23:18 Meaning
For who hath stood in the counsel of the LORD, and hath perceived and heard his word? who hath marked his word, and heard it?
Context Explained
16Thus saith the LORD of hosts, Hearken not unto the words of the prophets that prophesy unto you: they make you vain: they speak a vision of their own heart, and not out of the mouth of the LORD.
17They say still unto them that despise me, The LORD hath said, Ye shall have peace; and they say unto every one that walketh after the imagination of his own heart, No evil shall come upon you.
18For who hath stood in the counsel of the LORD, and hath perceived and heard his word? who hath marked his word, and heard it?
19Behold, a whirlwind of the LORD is gone forth in fury, even a grievous whirlwind: it shall fall grievously upon the head of the wicked.
20The anger of the LORD shall not return, until he have executed, and till he have performed the thoughts of his heart: in the latter days ye shall consider it perfectly.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Proverbs 2:6
Proverbs emphasizes that the Lord gives wisdom and understanding.
James 1:5
James encourages believers to ask God for wisdom, who gives generously.
Isaiah 55:6
Isaiah calls people to seek the Lord while He may be found, emphasizing the importance of listening to Him.
Source: Jeremiah 23:18