Jeremiah 23:38
Arabic 2016 (الكِتاب المُقَدَّس: التَّرْجَمَةُ العَرَبِيَّةُ المُبَسَّطَةُ)
لَكِنْ إنْ قُلْتُمْ: ‹مَا هُوَ حِمْلُ اللهِ ؟› فَهَذَا هُوَ مَا يَقُولُهُ اللهُ: ‹لِأنَّكُمُ استَخْدَمتُمْ هَذَا التَّعبِيرَ: حِمْلُ اللهِ. وَلأنِّي أرسَلتُ لَكُمْ وَقُلْتُ: لَا تَسْتَخْدِمُوا هَذَا التَّعبِيرَ!
What Does This Mean?
Jeremiah 23:38 is a message from God through the prophet Jeremiah. It's about people who falsely claim to speak God's word, specifically using the phrase 'The burden of the LORD.' God is upset because He told them not to say this, but they do it anyway.
Explained for Children
Imagine if your friend said, 'The teacher says you have homework,' but you know the teacher didn't say that. That's like what's happening here. Some people are saying God said something, but He didn't, and He's not happy about it.
Historical Background
This verse comes from the Book of Jeremiah, written by the prophet Jeremiah around 627-585 BCE. Jeremiah was speaking to the people of Judah, warning them about false prophets who claimed to speak for God but were misleading the people.
Living It Out Today
In today's world, this verse reminds us to be careful about the information we share, especially if we claim it comes from a trusted source like the Bible. It's important to verify the truthfulness of what we say.
Topics
prophetstruthfalsehoodleadershipwarningauthority
Related Verses
Isaiah 30:9-11Ezekiel 13:1-9Matthew 7:15-202 Peter 2:1-31 John 4:1-3
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the 'burden of the LORD'?
The 'burden of the LORD' refers to a message or prophecy that someone claims comes directly from God, but in this context, it's being used falsely by people who aren't actually speaking for God.
Why is God upset in this verse?
God is upset because the people are falsely claiming to speak His words, despite Him explicitly telling them not to do so, which leads to confusion and misguidance among the people.
How can we avoid being like the people in this verse?
We can avoid it by carefully checking the accuracy of what we say and ensuring that we don't misrepresent the truth or claim to speak for God when we're not actually doing so.
Are there other examples of false prophecy in the Bible?
Yes, the Bible has several examples of false prophecy, such as in the books of Isaiah, Ezekiel, and 1 John, where God warns against those who falsely claim to speak for Him.