Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Jeremiah 12:16 Cross-References
Explore 20 cross-references for Jeremiah 12:16 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Jeremiah chapter 12 verse 16 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And it shall come to pass, if they will diligently learn the ways of my people, to swear by my name, The LORD liveth; as they taught my people to swear by Baal; then shall they be built in the midst of my people.”
Jeremiah 12:16 (KJV)
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Commentary on Jeremiah 12:16
This verse extends invitation to nations: 'And it shall come to pass, if they will diligently learn the ways of my people, to swear by my name, The LORD liveth; as they taught my people to swear by Baal.' The Hebrew lamad (לָמַד, learn) applies to nations learning Israel's ways—reversing their previous teaching Israel Baal worship. 'Then shall they be built in the midst of my people.' 'Built' (nivnu) indicates establishment, incorporation into covenant community. The former teachers of Baalism can become learners of YHWH worship and be included among God's people. This remarkable promise antic...
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Cross-References for Jeremiah 12:16
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“As Yahweh lives”
“those who worship and swear by Yahweh and also swear by Malcam”
“these that remain among you; neither make mention of the name of their gods”
“and shall be my people; and I will dwell in the midst of you”
“to the name of Yahweh”
“and by his name shall you swear.”
“he says”
“and learned their works.”
“it kindles in the thickets of the forest”
“and because they are hid from my eyes.”