Jeremiah 31:21
Assamese - 2019 (ইণ্ডিয়ান ৰিভাইচ ভাৰচন (IRV) আচামিচ - 2019)
তুমি ঠায়ে ঠায়ে নিজৰ কাৰণে বাটৰ চিন ৰাখা। তোমাৰ বাট দেখুউৱা খুঁটা স্থাপন কৰা; তুমি যি সুপথে গৈছিলা, সেই পথ মনত ৰাখা, যি পথটো তুমি ল’বা। হে কুমাৰী ইস্ৰায়েল! ওলোটা, পুনৰায় তোমাৰ এই নগৰবোৰলৈ উলটি আহাঁ।
What Does This Mean?
This verse is part of a message from God through the prophet Jeremiah. It tells the Israelites to make signs on the road and remember the path they have taken, urging them to return to their cities and their former way of life.
Explained for Children
Imagine you're on a long trip, and you put up signs to remember the way you came. This is like God telling the Israelites to put up signs and remember their journey so they can come back home.
Historical Background
Jeremiah wrote this verse around 586 BCE during the Babylonian exile. The message was directed to the Israelites who were in exile, reminding them of their past and urging them to return to their homeland.
Living It Out Today
In modern life, this verse can remind us to look back on our past and learn from our mistakes or successes. For instance, if someone is going through a difficult time, they can reflect on their journey and find strength to return to a better path.
Topics
returnrepentancehopememoryguidancehomeland
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is speaking in Jeremiah 31:21?
The speaker is God, speaking through the prophet Jeremiah, encouraging the Israelites to return to their homeland.
What are 'waymarks' and 'high heaps' in this verse?
Waymarks are markers or signs on a road, and high heaps are piles of stones or earth used as landmarks. Both were used to remember paths and directions.
Why does Jeremiah use the phrase 'virgin of Israel'?
The term 'virgin of Israel' is a poetic way to describe Israel as a pure and untouched nation, emphasizing the need for its restoration and return.
How can this verse be used in a modern context?
This verse can remind individuals to reflect on their past, remember their journey, and find the strength to return to a better path or way of life.
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