Jeremiah 14:21 Meaning and Explanation
“Do not abhor us, for thy name's sake, do not disgrace the throne of thy glory: remember, break not thy covenant with us.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The people plead with God not to reject them for His own name's sake; they ask Him to preserve His covenant.
The Context of Jeremiah 14:21
The people appeal to God's nature and covenant to spare them from final rejection.
What Does Jeremiah 14:21 Mean?
Having confessed, the people now appeal. They ask God not to 'abhor' them, and they frame this appeal not on the basis of their innocence but on God's honor and name. To reject His people utterly would 'disgrace the throne of thy glory'—it would reflect poorly on God's character and faithfulness. This echoes the earlier prayer form.
They invoke the covenant explicitly, asking God to 'break not thy covenant with us.' Even though they have broken faith, they appeal to God's commitment to His side of the agreement. The plea is that God's nature is more powerful than human failure—that His covenant holds even when people are unfaithful.
Frequently Asked Questions About Jeremiah 14:21
What does Jeremiah 14:21 mean?
The people plead with God not to reject them for His own name's sake; they ask Him to preserve His covenant.
What is the context of Jeremiah 14:21?
The people appeal to God's nature and covenant to spare them from final rejection.