Jeremiah 25:7

Arabic SVD 1865 Version (Smith and Van Dyke)

فلم تسمعوا لي يقول الرب لتغيظوني بعمل ايديكم شرا لكم

What Does This Mean?

In this verse, God is speaking through the prophet Jeremiah. He is saying that the people did not listen to Him, and their actions caused more harm to themselves than to God. God wanted them to prosper, but their disobedience led to their own hurt.

Explained for Children

Imagine if your mom or dad told you not to play with fire because it could hurt you, but you didn't listen and got a bad burn. This verse is like that, but with God telling the people not to do certain things that would hurt them, and they didn't listen, so they got hurt.

Historical Background

This verse is from the book of Jeremiah, written around 627-585 BCE. Jeremiah was a prophet in Judah, and he was speaking to the people of Judah and Jerusalem, warning them about the consequences of their disobedience to God.

Living It Out Today

In a modern scenario, if someone ignores medical advice and continues unhealthy habits, leading to serious health issues, it's similar to this verse. Ignoring the guidance given to us can lead to negative consequences.

Topics

• obedience
• consequences
• disobedience
• guidance
• divine warnings
• harm

Related Verses

• Exodus 32:7-8
• Isaiah 65:2-7
• 1 Samuel 8:7
• Ezekiel 36:31
• Romans 2:4-5

Frequently Asked Questions

Why did God say the people provoked Him to anger?

The people did not listen to God's instructions and continued to do things that were against His will, which provoked Him to anger, leading to negative consequences for them.

What were the 'works of their hands'?

The 'works of their hands' refers to the actions and idols the people created, which were contrary to God's commandments and which led to their own hurt.

How can we avoid provoking God to anger?

To avoid provoking God to anger, we must listen to His guidance and follow His commandments, as outlined in the Bible, to ensure we do not harm ourselves through disobedience.

What can we learn from this verse about the consequences of disobedience?

We can learn that disobedience leads to negative consequences and that it is important to listen to God's guidance to avoid hurting ourselves and others.