Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Jeremiah 13:20 Cross-References
Explore 11 cross-references for Jeremiah 13:20 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Jeremiah chapter 13 verse 20 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“Lift up your eyes, and behold them that come from the north: where is the flock that was given thee, thy beautiful flock?”
Jeremiah 13:20 (KJV)
Commentary on Jeremiah 13:20
This verse personifies Jerusalem: 'Lift up your eyes, and behold them that come from the north.' The command addresses Jerusalem (feminine singular) to observe approaching enemy. 'Them that come from the north' identifies Babylon. 'Where is the flock that was given thee, thy beautiful flock?' The Hebrew eder (עֵדֶר, flock) represents Judah's population, Jerusalem's 'beautiful flock' (tson tiph'artekh) entrusted to her care. Jerusalem was responsible for her people like a shepherd for sheep. 'Given thee' (nittan lakh) indicates stewardship responsibility. The question is accusatory: where are t...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Jeremiah 13:20
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“Behold”
“behold”
“Out of the north evil shall break forth on all the inhabitants of the land.”
“the God of Israel”
“behold”
“my soul shall weep in secret for [your] pride; and my eye shall weep sore”
“come to devour”
“behold”
“you shepherds”