Jeremiah 11:3

Arabic Bible ERV 2009

قُلْ لَهُمْ: ‹هَذا هُوَ ما يَقُولُهُ اللهُ إلَهُ إسْرائِيلَ: مَلعُونٌ الرَّجُلُ الَّذِي لا يَستَمِعُ إلَى كَلِماتِ هَذا العَهدِ،

What Does This Mean?

In this verse, the LORD God of Israel, speaking through Jeremiah, warns the people that anyone who doesn't follow the words of the covenant will be cursed. It emphasizes the importance of obeying God's commands.

Explained for Children

Imagine you make a promise to your friend, and your friend says, 'If you don't keep your promise, you'll be in big trouble.' In the same way, God is saying to the people that if they don't follow His rules, there will be bad consequences.

Historical Background

This verse is part of the book of Jeremiah, written by the prophet Jeremiah around 626-586 BCE. Jeremiah was speaking to the people of Judah, warning them about the consequences of breaking their covenant with God. At this time, the people were often unfaithful and disobeyed God's laws.

Living It Out Today

In modern life, this verse can be applied to the importance of keeping our commitments and promises. For example, if you promise to help a friend study for an exam, not following through would be like disobeying the covenant and could lead to negative consequences, like losing your friend's trust.

Topics

• covenant
• obedience
• consequences
• promise-keeping
• faithfulness
• trust

Related Verses

• Deuteronomy 28:15
• Romans 9:31
• Galatians 3:10
• Ezekiel 18:24
• Isaiah 24:5

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the covenant mentioned in Jeremiah 11:3?

The covenant mentioned in this verse refers to the agreement between God and the Israelites, where God promised to protect and bless them if they followed His laws and commands.

What does 'cursed be the man' mean?

This phrase means that anyone who breaks the covenant will face negative consequences or punishment, indicating the seriousness of the covenant.

How can we apply this verse to our daily lives?

We can apply this verse by keeping our promises and commitments, as breaking them can lead to negative consequences, both in our personal relationships and in our relationship with God.

What are some other examples of covenants in the Bible?

Examples include the covenant between God and Abraham (Genesis 15), the Mosaic covenant given at Mount Sinai (Exodus 19-24), and the new covenant in Christ (Hebrews 8:6-13).