Jeremiah 5:20
French (La Bible expliquée)
« Qu'on transmette ce message aux descendants de Jacob, qu'on le fasse entendre Pour ébranler un peuple obstiné à faire le mal, Jérémie parle haut et clair. Un siècle plus tôt, Ésaïe en avait fait autant (És 6.9-10). Ézékiel, un contemporain de Jérémie, y fait écho (Ézék 12.2) et Jésus reprendra le même thème six siècles plus tard (Marc 8.18). Si les Judéens ne voient rien, c'est qu'ils y trouvent leur intérêt. Leur système social et économique permet aux puissants d'accroître leur pouvoir et leur richesse. Pourquoi alors changer l'état actuel des choses? La situation est scandaleuse: ceux qui devraient parler au nom du Seigneur et des faibles ont aussi cédé aux charmes irrésistibles du pouvoir et de l'argent. L'élite de la société judéenne s'est montrée sous son véritable jour: il est nettement préférable d'être riche et corrompu que pauvre et juste. aux gens de Juda, dit le Seigneur:
What Does This Mean?
In this verse, God is telling the people of Judah and Jacob to share a message. The speaker is God, and the key message is about declaring and publishing something important to the people of Israel.
Explained for Children
Imagine you have a big, important announcement to make, like a surprise party for your friend. You would want everyone to know about it, right? That's what this verse is about. God wants everyone to know about something important.
Historical Background
This verse is from the book of Jeremiah, written by the prophet Jeremiah around 627-585 B.C. The audience is the people of Judah, and the cultural setting is one of idolatry and spiritual decay in the kingdom of Judah.
Living It Out Today
Today, this verse can remind us of the importance of sharing important messages with our community. For example, if you learn about a charity event that could help many people, you should tell your friends and family about it.
Topics
proclamationmessageresponsibilitytruthcommunityfaith
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is speaking in Jeremiah 5:20?
In this verse, it is God who is speaking, instructing the people to share a significant message.
What was the cultural context of Jeremiah 5:20?
The context was one of spiritual decline in Judah, where idolatry and moral decay were prevalent.
How can I apply this verse to my life?
You can apply this by sharing important messages or truths with your community, just as God instructed the people of Judah to do.
What are the cross-references for Jeremiah 5:20?
Some cross-references include Isaiah 43:10, Matthew 10:27, Ezekiel 33:7, Acts 1:8, and Revelation 14:6, which also deal with proclamation and sharing messages.