Jeremiah 27:15
For I have not sent them, saith the Lord, yet they prophesy a lie in my name; that I might drive you out, and that ye might perish, ye, and the prophets that prophesy unto you.
Context
This verse from Jeremiah Chapter 27 connects to 10 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 …
Other Translations
For I have not sent them, saith Jehovah, but they prophesy falsely in my name; that I may drive you out, and that ye may perish, ye, and the prophets that prophesy unto you.
For I have not sent them--an affirmation of Jehovah--and they are prophesying in My name falsely, so as to drive you out, and ye have perished, ye, and the prophets who are prophesying to you.'
For I have not sent them, says the Lord, but they are saying what is false in my name, so that I might send you out by force, causing destruction to come on you and on your prophets.
Cross References
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