Jeremiah 27:9 Meaning and Explanation
“Therefore hearken not ye to your prophets, nor to your diviners, nor to your dreamers, nor to your enchanters, nor to your sorcerers, which speak unto you, saying, Ye shall not serve the king of Babylon:”
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Read Full Chapter →False prophets and diviners lie when they promise escape from Babylon's rule.
The Context of Jeremiah 27:9
Instructions to reject false prophets who promise deliverance from Babylon.
What Does Jeremiah 27:9 Mean?
The list of false guides—prophets, diviners, dreamers, enchanters, sorcerers—encompasses every form of spiritual authority that might contradict God's word. All of them are saying the same lie: resistance is possible and victory is assured. They appeal to different spiritual practices but deliver identical deception.
These figures stand in direct opposition to the true word from the Lord through Jeremiah. Their popularity and apparent authority make them dangerous, which is why God explicitly commands the people not to listen. The test of a true prophet is not success or persuasiveness but conformity to God's actual intention.
Frequently Asked Questions About Jeremiah 27:9
What does Jeremiah 27:9 mean?
False prophets and diviners lie when they promise escape from Babylon's rule.
What is the context of Jeremiah 27:9?
Instructions to reject false prophets who promise deliverance from Babylon.