Jeremiah 31:16
Thus saith the Lord; Refrain thy voice from weeping, and thine eyes from tears: for thy work shall be rewarded, saith the Lord; and they shall come again from the land of the enemy.
Context
This verse from Jeremiah Chapter 31 connects to 10 cross-references. The Book of Consolation continues with lyrical promises: God loves Israel with everlasting love. Ephraim's mourning turns to comforting: 'Rachel weeping for her children who are no more' will cease as they return. The new covenant promise: God will write …
Other Translations
Thus saith Jehovah: Refrain thy voice from weeping, and thine eyes from tears; for thy work shall be rewarded, saith Jehovah; and they shall come again from the land of the enemy.
Thus said Jehovah: Withhold thy voice from weeping, and thine eyes from tears, For there is a reward for thy work, An affirmation of Jehovah, And they have turned back from the land of the enemy.
The Lord has said this: Keep your voice from sorrow and your eyes from weeping: for your work will be rewarded, says the Lord; and they will come back from the land of their hater.
Cross References
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