Jeremiah 22:28 Meaning and Explanation
“Is this man Coniah a despised broken idol? is he a vessel wherein is no pleasure? wherefore are they cast out, he and his seed, and are cast into a land which they know not?”
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Read Full Chapter →Coniah is cast out like a despised, broken idol—he and his descendants will be exiled to an unfamiliar land.
The Context of Jeremiah 22:28
Coniah's status shifts from heir to despised outcast, with judgment extending to his descendants.
What Does Jeremiah 22:28 Mean?
The rhetorical questions express profound contempt. A broken idol is worthless, cast away because it no longer serves any purpose. Coniah, once a vessel of hope as the heir to David's throne, becomes a broken idol—his usefulness to God forfeited by his unfaithfulness. The phrase 'wherein is no pleasure' emphasizes that he has become repugnant to the Lord.
The judgment extends 'to him and his seed,' indicating that the curse will affect his descendants. The exile to 'a land which they know not' repeats the theme of alienation and displacement, suggesting a new generation growing up in exile without connection to their homeland.
Jeremiah 22:28 in the Original Language
pesel (פֶּסֶל), 'idol'—a carved image; used metaphorically for something broken and worthless.
Frequently Asked Questions About Jeremiah 22:28
What does Jeremiah 22:28 mean?
Coniah is cast out like a despised, broken idol—he and his descendants will be exiled to an unfamiliar land.
What is the context of Jeremiah 22:28?
Coniah's status shifts from heir to despised outcast, with judgment extending to his descendants.