Jeremiah 15:7
Jeremiah 15:7 Meaning and Explanation
“And I will fan them with a fan in the gates of the land; I will bereave them of children, I will destroy my people, since they return not from their ways.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →God will 'fan' the people, scattering them, because they refuse to turn from their ways.
The Context of Jeremiah 15:7
The mechanism and reason for Judah's dispersal.
What Does Jeremiah 15:7 Mean?
The image of fanning separates chaff from grain; here it symbolizes dispersal and loss. Along with scattering comes bereavement of children — loss of the next generation.
The root cause remains clear: the people have not returned from their ways. Despite all God's warnings, they persist in unfaithfulness.
Frequently Asked Questions About Jeremiah 15:7
What does Jeremiah 15:7 mean?
God will 'fan' the people, scattering them, because they refuse to turn from their ways.
What is the context of Jeremiah 15:7?
The mechanism and reason for Judah's dispersal.