Jeremiah 11:21

Arabic Bible ERV 2009

لِذَلِكَ هَذا هُوَ ما يَقُولُهُ اللهُ القَدِيرُ فِي رِجالِ عَناثُوثَ: «إنَّهُمْ يُحاوِلُونَ قَتلَكَ وَيَقُولُونَ: ‹إنْ تَوَقَّفْتَ عَنِ التَّنَبُّؤِ بِاسْمِ اللهِ، لَنْ نَقتُلَكَ.›

What Does This Mean?

In this verse, God is speaking to the men of Anathoth who were plotting to harm Jeremiah. God warns them not to interfere with Jeremiah's mission to prophesy in the name of the Lord.

Explained for Children

Imagine if some kids at school were trying to stop you from telling the truth. God is like a super-strong guardian who tells those kids they can't hurt you for doing what's right.

Historical Background

Jeremiah, a prophet of the 7th century BCE, wrote this verse. It was addressed to the people of Anathoth, his hometown, who opposed his message and wanted to silence him.

Living It Out Today

In today's world, this verse can apply to situations where someone faces opposition for standing up for what's right. For example, an employee speaking up against unethical practices in their workplace.

Topics

• opposition
• prophets
• divine protection
• standing firm
• speaking truth
• God's justice

Related Verses

• Ezekiel 33:1-20
• Matthew 5:11-12
• 1 Samuel 19:1-24
• Psalm 35:1-28
• 1 Peter 3:13-17

Frequently Asked Questions

Why did the men of Anathoth want to harm Jeremiah?

The men of Anathoth likely wanted to harm Jeremiah because his prophecies were challenging and they feared the consequences of his messages, which could have led to changes in their lives and community.

How does this verse show God's protection?

This verse shows God's protection by directly addressing those who intended harm to Jeremiah and warning them, thereby providing a safeguard against their plans.

What can we learn about standing up for what's right from this verse?

From this verse, we learn that standing up for what's right can lead to opposition, but God is there to protect and support those who follow His will.

How can we apply this verse in our daily lives?

We can apply this verse by remembering that when we face opposition for doing what is right, God is with us, and we should continue to stand firm in our beliefs and actions.