Jeremiah 7:29
French (La Bible expliquée)
« Peuple de Juda, dit le Seigneur, coupe les longs cheveux qui marquent ta consécration Celui qui faisait le vœu de naziréat devait s'abstenir de boire du vin et de se couper les cheveux et la barbe (Nomb 6.1-21). Si cet homme trahissait son vœu, la barbe et les cheveux longs devenaient alors signes d'hypocrisie. Puisque le culte pratiqué par les Judéens n'a rien à voir avec le vrai culte, affecter l'apparence de la piété ne sert à rien. L'idolâtrie est un scandale: alors que le Seigneur offre la vie et la prospérité à son peuple, le dieu Baal se nourrit du sang des plus vulnérables. Le prophète fait allusion aux sacrifices d'enfants, attestés en Canaan. Cette pratique cruelle semble avoir contaminé la religion israélite durant le règne de Joaquim (Ézék 20.25-26). En offrant aux dieux ce qu'ils possédaient de plus précieux, les Judéens croyaient s'assurer prospérité et sécurité. Mensonge et illusion! Le Seigneur jugera ceux qui ont permis de telles atrocités. Ceux qui ont sacrifié les plus faibles pour assurer leur bien-être seront privés de repos et de dignité quand la mort frappera. et jette-les. Sur les hauteurs dénudées entonne une complainte. Tu es une génération qui a provoqué ma colère, je ne veux plus de toi, je te rejette.
What Does This Mean?
Jeremiah is speaking to Jerusalem, telling them to cut off their hair and mourn because God has rejected them due to their wickedness. This verse shows the consequences of disobeying God.
Explained for Children
Imagine you have a favorite toy, and you keep breaking it even though your mom and dad tell you not to. One day, they say, 'We can't keep giving you this toy if you keep breaking it.' That's a bit like what God is saying to Jerusalem here. He's so sad that he wants them to show their sadness too by cutting their hair and crying.
Historical Background
Jeremiah, a prophet, wrote this around 600 BC during the Babylonian invasion of Jerusalem. It was a time of great turmoil and judgment for the Israelites, who had turned away from God's commandments.
Living It Out Today
If someone is consistently doing something wrong, despite warnings, they might face serious consequences. This could apply to a friend who keeps lying to you; they might lose your trust if they don't change.
Topics
judgmentrepentanceconsequenceslamentationdivine disappointmentdisobedience
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why does Jeremiah tell Jerusalem to cut off their hair?
Cutting off hair was a sign of mourning and grief. Jeremiah is telling Jerusalem to show their sorrow and repent for their sins.
What does it mean when God rejects and forsakes a generation?
It means that God has turned away from that generation because of their persistent disobedience and wickedness, leading to severe consequences.
How can we avoid being in a situation like the one described in Jeremiah 7:29?
By living in accordance with God's commandments and turning away from sin, we can avoid the judgment and sorrow described in this verse.
What does this verse tell us about God's expectations?
It shows that God expects obedience and righteousness from His people. When these expectations are not met, there are serious consequences.