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Jeremiah 9:25 Meaning

Behold, the days come, saith the LORD, that I will punish all them which are circumcised with the uncircumcised;

Context Explained

23Thus saith the LORD, Let not the wise man glory in his wisdom, neither let the mighty man glory in his might, let not the rich man glory in his riches:

24But let him that glorieth glory in this, that he understandeth and knoweth me, that I am the LORD which exercise lovingkindness, judgment, and righteousness, in the earth: for in these things I delight, saith the LORD.

25Behold, the days come, saith the LORD, that I will punish all them which are circumcised with the uncircumcised;

26Egypt, and Judah, and Edom, and the children of Ammon, and Moab, and all that are in the utmost corners, that dwell in the wilderness: for all these nations are uncircumcised, and all the house of Israel are uncircumcised in the heart.

Key Themes

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Related Cross References

  • Galatians 5:6

    Paul emphasizes that faith, not physical circumcision, is what counts in Christ.

  • Romans 2:28-29

    Paul explains that true circumcision is a matter of the heart, aligning with Jeremiah's message.

Source: Jeremiah 9:25