Jeremiah 31:3 Meaning
The LORD hath appeared of old unto me, saying, Yea, I have loved thee with an everlasting love: therefore with lovingkindness have I drawn thee.
Context Explained
1At the same time, saith the LORD, will I be the God of all the families of Israel, and they shall be my people.
2Thus saith the LORD, The people which were left of the sword found grace in the wilderness; even Israel, when I went to cause him to rest.
3The LORD hath appeared of old unto me, saying, Yea, I have loved thee with an everlasting love: therefore with lovingkindness have I drawn thee.
4Again I will build thee, and thou shalt be built, O virgin of Israel: thou shalt again be adorned with thy tabrets, and shalt go forth in the dances of them that make merry.
5Thou shalt yet plant vines upon the mountains of Samaria: the planters shall plant, and shall eat them as common things.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Romans 5:8
This verse explains God's love demonstrated through Christ's death.
1 John 4:9
This verse highlights God's love being manifested in sending His Son.
Jeremiah 33:11
Both verses express God's enduring love for His people.
Source: Jeremiah 31:3