Jeremiah 6:28 Meaning and Explanation
“They are all grievous revolters, walking with slanders: they are brass and iron; they are all corrupters.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The people are stubborn rebels who spread lies; their hearts are hardened and incorrigible.
The Context of Jeremiah 6:28
The people's condition is irredeemable hardness and corruption.
What Does Jeremiah 6:28 Mean?
Grievous revolters emphasizes deliberate, willful rebellion against God. Walking with slanders refers to spreading false accusations and lies—their words and behavior spread corruption. This is not accidental drift but willful deceit.
Brass and iron describe hardness beyond remedying. These metals cannot bend or soften; they cannot be touched by Jeremiah's words or God's appeals. All are corrupters: the infection is universal. No remnant of faithful people offers hope for change.
Jeremiah 6:28 in the Original Language
קָשֵׁה (qāshé), 'hard/stubborn'—indicates hardness of heart against God; incapable of receiving correction.
Frequently Asked Questions About Jeremiah 6:28
What does Jeremiah 6:28 mean?
The people are stubborn rebels who spread lies; their hearts are hardened and incorrigible.
What is the context of Jeremiah 6:28?
The people's condition is irredeemable hardness and corruption.