Jeremiah 26:2

Arabic Bible (GNA) Good News Arabic - 1993 (الترجمة العربية المشتركة)

«قِفْ في دارِ هيكَلِ الرّبِّ وخاطِبِ الّذينَ يَحضُرونَ لِلسُّجودِ هُناكَ في مُدُنِ يَهوذا بجميعِ ما آمُرُكَ بهِ ولا تُنقِصْ كلِمَةً

What Does This Mean?

In this verse, God tells Jeremiah to stand in the temple court and speak to everyone from Judah who comes to worship. He instructs Jeremiah to say everything God tells him without leaving anything out.

Explained for Children

Imagine God is like a teacher who gives you an important message to share with all your classmates. He wants you to stand in front of everyone and tell them exactly what he said, without leaving out any part of the message.

Historical Background

This verse comes from the Book of Jeremiah, written by the prophet Jeremiah around 626-586 BCE. It addresses the people of Judah who gathered in the temple for worship. The cultural setting was one of religious and political turmoil in ancient Israel.

Living It Out Today

Today, this verse reminds us of the importance of honesty and integrity when we share important messages or beliefs with others. For example, a teacher should always convey the correct information to students without omitting crucial details.

Topics

• prophets
• honesty
• faithfulness
• worship
• God's word
• truth

Related Verses

• Deuteronomy 17:8-13
• Isaiah 28:13
• Matthew 10:16-19
• Acts 4:19-20
• Galatians 1:6-9

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is speaking in Jeremiah 26:2?

God is speaking to Jeremiah, instructing him to share a message with the people in the temple.

What does 'diminish not a word' mean?

It means Jeremiah should not leave out any part of the message God gave him, emphasizing the importance of delivering the full truth.

How does this verse apply to modern communication?

It teaches us the importance of being honest and thorough when sharing important messages, ensuring we do not withhold any critical information.

What was the purpose of Jeremiah standing in the temple court?

Jeremiah was positioned in a central, visible place to ensure his message reached as many people as possible from various cities in Judah.