Jeremiah 27:13

KJV

Why will ye die, thou and thy people, by the sword, by the famine, and by the pestilence, as the Lord hath spoken against the nation that will not serve the king of Babylon?

— Jeremiah 27:13, King James Version
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Context

This verse from Jeremiah Chapter 27 connects to 9 cross-references. Jeremiah wears a yoke as a sign, declaring God has given all lands to Nebuchadnezzar. Nations should submit to the Babylonian yoke rather than listen to false prophets promising liberation. The temple vessels will not be returned soon as the …

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Other Translations

ASV

Why will ye die, thou and thy people, by the sword, by the famine, and by the pestilence, as Jehovah hath spoken concerning the nation that will not serve the king of Babylon?

YLT

Why do ye die, thou and thy people, by sword, by famine, and by pestilence, as Jehovah hath spoken concerning the nation that doth not serve the king of Babylon?

BBE

Why are you desiring death, you and your people, by the sword, and because food is gone, and by disease, as the Lord has said of the nation which does not become the servant of the king of Babylon?

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