Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Jeremiah 17:19 Cross-References
Explore 9 cross-references for Jeremiah 17:19 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Jeremiah chapter 17 verse 19 to related passages throughout the Bible.
Keeping the Sabbath Holy
“Thus said the LORD unto me; Go and stand in the gate of the children of the people, whereby the kings of Judah come in, and by the which they go out, and in all the gates of Jerusalem;”
Jeremiah 17:19 (KJV)
Historical Context for Jeremiah 17:19
People Mentioned
Commentary on Jeremiah 17:19
God commissions Jeremiah to a public prophetic act, positioning him strategically "in the gate of the children of the people"—likely the main public entrance to Jerusalem where both common folk and royalty passed. The command to stand "whereby the kings of Judah come in, and by the which they go out, and in all the gates of Jerusalem" emphasizes comprehensive witness. No one, regardless of social status, could avoid hearing God's word.Gates in ancient cities served as centers of commerce, legal proceedings, and public assembly (Ruth 4:1-11, Deut 21:19). Positioning Jeremiah there ensured maxim...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Jeremiah 17:19
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“and speak to all the cities of Judah”
“and proclaim there this word”
“Go”
“in the chamber of Gemariah the son of Shaphan”
“and read in the scroll”
“which is by the entry of the gate Harsith”
“She hath sent forth her maidens: she crieth upon the highest places of the city”
“Wisdom crieth without; she uttereth her voice in the streets:”
“Doth not wisdom cry? and understanding put forth her voice?”