Jeremiah 15:19 Meaning and Explanation
“Therefore thus saith the LORD, If thou return, then will I bring thee again, and thou shalt stand before me: and if thou take forth the precious from the vile, thou shalt be as my mouth: let them return unto thee; but return not thou unto them.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →God offers conditional restoration: if Jeremiah returns to Him, he will stand before God and discern precious from vile.
The Context of Jeremiah 15:19
God's restorative response to Jeremiah's complaint.
What Does Jeremiah 15:19 Mean?
God's response to Jeremiah's despair is a call to return — to reaffirm loyalty and trust despite pain. If he does, he will be restored to standing before God and given capacity for discernment.
The phrase 'precious from vile' means distinguishing truth from falsehood, God's will from human preference. Faithfulness restores prophetic clarity and standing.
Frequently Asked Questions About Jeremiah 15:19
What does Jeremiah 15:19 mean?
God offers conditional restoration: if Jeremiah returns to Him, he will stand before God and discern precious from vile.
What is the context of Jeremiah 15:19?
God's restorative response to Jeremiah's complaint.