Jeremiah 8:22 Meaning
Is there no balm in Gilead; is there no physician there? why then is not the health of the daughter of my people recovered?
Context Explained
20The harvest is past, the summer is ended, and we are not saved.
21For the hurt of the daughter of my people am I hurt; I am black; astonishment hath taken hold on me.
22Is there no balm in Gilead; is there no physician there? why then is not the health of the daughter of my people recovered?
Key Themes
healinghopedespair
Related Cross References
Isaiah 53:5
Prophecies about the suffering servant who brings healing.
Luke 4:18
Jesus quotes Isaiah, indicating His role in healing and restoration.
Revelation 21:4
Promises ultimate healing and restoration in the new creation.
Source: Jeremiah 8:22