Jeremiah 6:28

Amharic Tigrinya 2011

ኲላቶም ዕለውትን ከድዓትን እዮም፡ ሕሜት እናዘርኡ ይኸዱ። ነሃስን ሓጺንን እዮም፡ ኲላቶም ብልሽዋት እዮም።

What Does This Mean?

This verse describes people who are rebellious and spread lies. They are compared to brass and iron, meaning they are hard and unyielding. All of them are corrupt and dishonest.

Explained for Children

Imagine if all your toys were made of really tough metal, like your favorite toy car being made of iron instead of plastic. That’s how hard and difficult to change these people are. They also tell lies and make others feel bad.

Historical Background

Jeremiah 6:28 was written by the prophet Jeremiah around 600 BC. He was addressing the people of Judah, warning them about their rebellious actions and the consequences they would face.

Living It Out Today

In today's world, this verse can be applied to situations where people are consistently dishonest and spread rumors. For example, in a workplace, someone who is always spreading lies and not trustworthy can cause a lot of damage and unrest.

Topics

• corruption
• honesty
• rebellion
• consequences
• spiritual condition
• truth

Related Verses

• Isaiah 1:22
• Romans 3:13
• Zechariah 11:11
• Matthew 23:27
• Ephesians 4:29

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main message of Jeremiah 6:28?

The main message is that the people are rebellious, dishonest, and spread lies, which makes them hard and unyielding, like brass and iron.

How should we understand the term 'corrupters' in this verse?

'Corrupters' in this verse refers to people who are dishonest and spread lies, leading to a corrupt environment and negative consequences.

Why are the people compared to brass and iron?

The comparison to brass and iron highlights the hardness and inflexibility of the people, indicating their unwillingness to change or repent.

What can we learn from this verse about honesty?

This verse teaches us the importance of honesty and the dangers of spreading lies and slander, emphasizing the need for integrity in our interactions with others.