Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Jeremiah 1:2 Cross-References
Explore 10 cross-references for Jeremiah 1:2 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Jeremiah chapter 1 verse 2 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“To whom the word of the LORD came in the days of Josiah the son of Amon king of Judah, in the thirteenth year of his reign.”
Jeremiah 1:2 (KJV)
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Commentary on Jeremiah 1:2
This verse establishes the chronological framework for Jeremiah's call, dating it to King Josiah's thirteenth year (approximately 627 BC). The phrase 'the word of the LORD came unto him' (hayah debar-YHWH elav, הָיָה דְבַר־יְהוָה אֵלָיו) is the classic formula for prophetic revelation throughout Scripture, emphasizing divine initiative—God spoke to Jeremiah, not vice versa. The verb 'came' (hayah, הָיָה, literally 'became' or 'occurred') indicates a definite event when God's word entered prophetic consciousness. This wasn't gradual religious enlightenment but specific divine communication at a...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Jeremiah 1:2
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“saying”
“saying”
“in the days of Uzziah”
“saying”
“Ahaz”
“as they sat at the table”
“Josiah was eight years old when he began to reign”
“king of Judah”
“And the people of the land slew all them that had conspired against king Amon; and the people of the land made Josiah his son king in his stead.”
“and write therein all the words that I have spoken to you against Israel”