Jeremiah 32:33 Meaning and Explanation
“And they have turned unto me the back, and not the face: though I taught them, rising up early and teaching them, yet they have not hearkened to receive instruction.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The people have rejected God by turning away, refusing to listen despite God's persistent teaching.
The Context of Jeremiah 32:33
People's rejection of God's patient teaching.
What Does Jeremiah 32:33 Mean?
The image is visceral: 'turned unto me the back, and not the face.' Rather than facing God with repentance, the people have literally turned their backs on Him. Yet God's response has been patient instruction: He has risen up early (an expression of dedication) to teach them repeatedly. The teaching was persistent and willing.
'They have not hearkened to receive instruction' captures the tragedy of rejected grace. Instruction was offered; it was refused. This is not God's failure to communicate but the people's choice to refuse to hear.
Frequently Asked Questions About Jeremiah 32:33
What does Jeremiah 32:33 mean?
The people have rejected God by turning away, refusing to listen despite God's persistent teaching.
What is the context of Jeremiah 32:33?
People's rejection of God's patient teaching.