Jeremiah 3:10 Meaning
And yet for all this her treacherous sister Judah hath not turned unto me with her whole heart, but feignedly, saith the LORD.
Context Explained
8And I saw, when for all the causes whereby backsliding Israel committed adultery I had put her away, and given her a bill of divorce; yet her treacherous sister Judah feared not, but went and played the harlot also.
9And it came to pass through the lightness of her whoredom, that she defiled the land, and committed adultery with stones and with stocks.
10And yet for all this her treacherous sister Judah hath not turned unto me with her whole heart, but feignedly, saith the LORD.
11And the LORD said unto me, The backsliding Israel hath justified herself more than treacherous Judah.
12Go and proclaim these words toward the north, and say, Return, thou backsliding Israel, saith the LORD; and I will not cause mine anger to fall upon you: for I am merciful, saith the LORD, and I will not keep anger for ever.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Hosea 6:1
Both verses emphasize the need for genuine repentance and turning back to God.
James 4:8
This verse encourages drawing near to God, similar to the call for Judah to turn back.
Matthew 15:8
Jesus quotes Isaiah to highlight the issue of lip service versus true devotion.
Source: Jeremiah 3:10