Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Jeremiah 23:1 Cross-References
Explore 20 cross-references for Jeremiah 23:1 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Jeremiah chapter 23 verse 1 to related passages throughout the Bible.
The Righteous Branch
“Woe be unto the pastors that destroy and scatter the sheep of my pasture! saith the LORD.”
Jeremiah 23:1 (KJV)
Historical Context for Jeremiah 23:1
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Commentary on Jeremiah 23:1
This oracle opens with a devastating indictment against Judah's 'pastors' (ro'im, רֹעִים)—literally 'shepherds,' referring to the nation's political and spiritual leaders. They have not merely failed to feed the flock but actively destroyed and scattered it. The Hebrew verbs emphasize willful, destructive action. These leaders pursued their own interests, oppressed the people, and led them into idolatry rather than protecting and nurturing them.The shepherd metaphor is rich in biblical theology. God presents Himself as Israel's true Shepherd (Psalm 23; Ezekiel 34), and He appointed human leade...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Jeremiah 23:1
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“and have not inquired of Yahweh: therefore they have not prospered”
“Take for yourself yet again the equipment of a foolish shepherd.,And the LORD said unto me, Take unto thee yet the instruments of a foolish shepherd., וַיֹּאמֶר יְהוָה אֵלָי עוֹד קַח־לְךָ כְּלִי רֹעֶה אֱוִלִי׃ ,And the LORD said unto me: Take unto thee yet the instruments of a foolish shepherd.”
“prophesy against the shepherds of Israel”
“Woe to the foolish prophets”
“he was moved with compassion for them”
“and your lovers shall go into captivity: surely then shall you be ashamed and confounded for all your wickedness.”
“they have trodden my portion under foot”
“but you bypass justice and the love of God. You ought to have done these”
“come to devour”
“Where is Yahweh? and those who handle the law didn't know me: the rulers also transgressed against me”