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Jeremiah 23:2 Cross-References
Explore 13 cross-references for Jeremiah 23:2 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Jeremiah chapter 23 verse 2 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“Therefore thus saith the LORD God of Israel against the pastors that feed my people; Ye have scattered my flock, and driven them away, and have not visited them: behold, I will visit upon you the evil of your doings, saith the LORD.”
Jeremiah 23:2 (KJV)
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Commentary on Jeremiah 23:2
God directly addresses the shepherds, contrasting their actions with His own. 'Ye have scattered my flock, and driven them away, and have not visited them'—three accusations emphasizing their negligence and destructive leadership. The phrase 'my flock' asserts divine ownership; these leaders were stewards, not owners. Their failure to 'visit' (care for) the flock contrasts sharply with God's promise: 'behold, I will visit upon you the evil of your doings.'This verse establishes the principle of divine retribution—leaders will experience judgment proportionate to their unfaithfulness. The same ...
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Cross-References for Jeremiah 23:2
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“thus says Yahweh”
“lead the people to the place of which I have spoken to you. Behold”
“even your visitation”
“and the priest”
“they were not at all ashamed”
“Shall I not visit for these things? saith the LORD: shall not my soul be avenged on such a nation as this?”
“to which she burned incense”
“Behold”
“Shall I not visit for these things? saith the LORD: and shall not my soul be avenged on such a nation as this?”
“when he shall set over you as head those whom you have yourself taught to be friends to you? shall not sorrows take hold of you”