Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Jeremiah 20:12 Cross-References
Explore 20 cross-references for Jeremiah 20:12 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Jeremiah chapter 20 verse 12 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“But, O LORD of hosts, that triest the righteous, and seest the reins and the heart, let me see thy vengeance on them: for unto thee have I opened my cause.”
Jeremiah 20:12 (KJV)
Historical Context for Jeremiah 20:12
People Mentioned
Commentary on Jeremiah 20:12
Jeremiah appeals to God as the righteous judge who tests hearts and minds (bochen tsaddiq roeh kelayot valev—'tests the righteous, sees kidneys and heart'). In Hebrew anthropology, the kidneys and heart represent the innermost being—emotions, desires, and will. The prophet asks God to vindicate him by executing vengeance on his persecutors, for he has committed his cause entirely to the LORD.This imprecatory prayer (calling for judgment on enemies) is not personal vindictiveness but an appeal for divine justice. Jeremiah's persecutors are not merely his enemies but God's enemies, opposing His ...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Jeremiah 20:12
Ranked by relevance from Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
“you people. Pour out your heart before him. God is a refuge for us. Selah.”
“Yahweh of Armies”
“For he hath delivered me out of all trouble: and mine eye hath seen his desire upon mine enemies.”
“The God of my mercy shall prevent me: God shall let me see my desire upon mine enemies.”
“Yahweh”
“God”
“Yahweh”
“but establish the righteous; their minds and hearts are searched by the righteous God.”
“Yahweh”
“and found nothing. I have resolved that my mouth shall not disobey.”