Jeremiah 11:10

Arabic 2016 (الكِتاب المُقَدَّس: التَّرْجَمَةُ العَرَبِيَّةُ المُبَسَّطَةُ)

إنَّهُمْ يُكَرِّرُونَ الشُّرُورَ الَّتِي ارْتَكَبَهَا آبَاؤُكُمْ. رَفَضُوا الِاسْتِمَاعَ إلَى كَلَامِي. تَبِعُوا آلِهَةً أُخْرَى لِيَعْبُدُوهَا. بَنُو إسْرَائِيلَ وَبَنُو يَهُوذَا كَسَرُوا العَهْدَ الَّذِي قَطَعْتُهُ مَعَ آبَائِهِمْ.»

What Does This Mean?

This verse from Jeremiah says that the people of Israel and Judah have gone back to the wrong ways of their ancestors who ignored God's words. They have chosen to worship other gods instead of keeping their promise to God. God is speaking here and He is expressing His disappointment.

Explained for Children

Imagine you promised your best friend to always play with them, but then you went off and played with others instead. That's what the people in this story did with God. They broke a big promise by following other 'gods' instead of God, just like their grandparents did before them.

Historical Background

Jeremiah, a prophet, wrote this during a time when the Jewish people were turning away from God. He warned them of the consequences of their actions, which included going after false gods and ignoring God's teachings. This was written around 627-582 BCE.

Living It Out Today

In today's world, we might feel the pressure to follow what others are doing instead of staying true to our values. For instance, if all your friends are watching inappropriate videos, but you know it's not right, this verse reminds us to stay true to what we know is right, just like God's people should have stayed true to their covenant.

Topics

• faith
• covenant
• disobedience
• worship
• broken promises
• consequences

Related Verses

• Deuteronomy 4:19
• Joshua 24:14
• Ezekiel 20:16
• Romans 1:25
• 1 Corinthians 10:22

Frequently Asked Questions

Why did the Israelites break their covenant with God?

The Israelites broke their covenant with God because they chose to follow other gods and ignored God's teachings, just like their ancestors did.

What are the consequences of breaking a covenant with God?

Breaking a covenant with God can lead to spiritual consequences, as seen in the Bible where God often warned of punishment for disobedience, such as exile or destruction.

How can we ensure we don't follow false gods?

To avoid following false gods, one must stay committed to understanding and practicing God's teachings, and surround themselves with a supportive community that shares these values.

What can we learn about faith from this verse?

This verse teaches us the importance of staying faithful and true to our commitments to God, even when others around us may choose to disobey.