Jeremiah 15:2
Jeremiah 15:2 Meaning and Explanation
“And it shall come to pass, if they say unto thee, Whither shall we go forth? then thou shalt tell them, Thus saith the LORD; Such as are for death, to death; and such as are for the sword, to the sword; and such as are for the famine, to the famine; and such as are for the captivity, to the captivity.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The people face categorized doom — death, sword, famine, and captivity.
The Context of Jeremiah 15:2
Jeremiah's response to those seeking escape from the coming judgment.
What Does Jeremiah 15:2 Mean?
Jeremiah is instructed to answer those who ask where to flee with God's pronouncement of judgment in four forms — each represents a distinct calamity Israel will experience.
This formulation reflects the completeness of judgment: no escape route exists. All options lead to the same consequence, showing the exhaustiveness of the coming judgment.
Frequently Asked Questions About Jeremiah 15:2
What does Jeremiah 15:2 mean?
The people face categorized doom — death, sword, famine, and captivity.
What is the context of Jeremiah 15:2?
Jeremiah's response to those seeking escape from the coming judgment.