Jeremiah 27:15

Arabic 2018 (الترجمة الكاثوليكيّة (اليسوعيّة))

لأَنِّي لم أُرسِلْهم، يَقولُ الرَّبّ، وقد تَنَبَّأُوا بِٱسْمي كَذِبًا، لأَدفَعَكم فتَهلِكوا أَنتُم والأَنبِياءُ الَّذينَ تَنَبَّأُوا لَكم».

What Does This Mean?

In this verse, God is speaking through Jeremiah and warns the people that false prophets are leading them astray. These prophets claim to speak for God but are spreading lies, and their deceit will lead to the people's downfall and exile.

Explained for Children

Imagine you have a friend who always tells you that eating candy will make you strong, even though your parents say it won't. This friend is like the false prophets. God says these people are lying and their lies will cause big trouble.

Historical Background

Jeremiah wrote this during the 7th century BCE, when the Babylonians were rising in power. The false prophets were telling the people they wouldn't be conquered, which was a dangerous lie because it made the people ignore God's warnings.

Living It Out Today

In modern times, we might see this as people following influencers who promise unrealistic outcomes with quick fixes. This can lead to disappointment and negative consequences, just as the false prophets led the people to disaster.

Topics

• false prophets
• truth
• warnings
• consequences
• deception
• exile

Related Verses

• Ezekiel 13:6
• Zechariah 13:4
• 2 Peter 2:1
• Revelation 22:18
• Matthew 7:15

Frequently Asked Questions

Who are the false prophets mentioned in this verse?

The false prophets are those who claim to speak for God but actually spread lies and misinformation, leading the people astray.

What are the consequences of following false prophets?

The verse suggests that following false prophets can lead to severe consequences, including exile and perishing, as the people are misled and ignore God's true warnings.

How can we avoid being misled by false prophets today?

We can avoid being misled by studying the Bible, seeking wise counsel, and testing the messages we hear against the truth of God's Word.

Why does God allow false prophets to exist?

God allows false prophets to exist as a test of faith, to reveal who truly follows Him and to demonstrate the importance of discernment in spiritual matters.