Jeremiah 16:10 Meaning and Explanation
“And it shall come to pass, when thou shalt shew this people all these words, and they shall say unto thee, Wherefore hath the LORD pronounced all this great evil against us? or what is our iniquity? or what is our sin that we have committed against the LORD our God?”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →When the people hear this message, they will demand to know why God is judging them.
The Context of Jeremiah 16:10
The people question God's judgment.
What Does Jeremiah 16:10 Mean?
The people will resist the message and question God's justice. Their questions—'Why?' and 'What sin?'—reveal either genuine confusion or defensive denial. They may not perceive their own wrongdoing or believe it sufficient to warrant such judgment. This setup introduces the answer Jeremiah will give in the verses that follow.
The people's questioning is natural—punishment often seems disproportionate to those receiving it. Yet their very resistance to acknowledging sin and covenant-breaking is itself part of the problem. The coming explanation will show that their refusal to repent and return to God is the core issue.
Frequently Asked Questions About Jeremiah 16:10
What does Jeremiah 16:10 mean?
When the people hear this message, they will demand to know why God is judging them.
What is the context of Jeremiah 16:10?
The people question God's judgment.