Jeremiah 30:14 Meaning and Explanation
“All thy lovers have forgotten thee; they seek thee not; for I have wounded thee with the wound of an enemy, with the chastisement of a cruel one, for the multitude of thine iniquity; because thy sins were increased.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Former allies have abandoned Israel; God's judgment is the consequence of multiplied sin.
The Context of Jeremiah 30:14
Explanation of abandonment and divine judgment for sin.
What Does Jeremiah 30:14 Mean?
Israel's 'lovers'—the allies and dependencies they relied on—have abandoned them. Even these relationships have failed, adding to their isolation. God explains that He Himself has inflicted this wound as a response to Israel's accumulated sin.
The wound described is severe, resembling the cruelty of an enemy. Yet God clarifies that this judgment flows from justice, not caprice. The 'multitude of iniquity' and increased sins provoked this divine correction.
Frequently Asked Questions About Jeremiah 30:14
What does Jeremiah 30:14 mean?
Former allies have abandoned Israel; God's judgment is the consequence of multiplied sin.
What is the context of Jeremiah 30:14?
Explanation of abandonment and divine judgment for sin.