Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Jeremiah 23:4 Cross-References
Explore 20 cross-references for Jeremiah 23:4 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Jeremiah chapter 23 verse 4 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And I will set up shepherds over them which shall feed them: and they shall fear no more, nor be dismayed, neither shall they be lacking, saith the LORD.”
Jeremiah 23:4 (KJV)
Historical Context for Jeremiah 23:4
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Commentary on Jeremiah 23:4
God promises to replace the unfaithful shepherds with faithful ones who will actually 'feed them'—the fundamental responsibility of a shepherd. These new shepherds will eliminate the people's fear and ensure none are lacking. This promise operates on multiple levels: immediate (leaders after the exile like Zerubbabel, Ezra, and Nehemiah), prophetic (the Messiah and His apostles), and eschatological (church leaders who serve under Christ's authority).The phrase 'I will set up shepherds' emphasizes divine appointment and authority. Human leaders do not seize power or earn it through political ma...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Jeremiah 23:4
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“backsliding children”
“Who are kept by the power of God through faith unto salvation ready to be revealed in the last time.”
“therefore”
“Jacob my servant”
“Bethlehem Ephrathah”
“Jesus said to Simon Peter”
“and of David my servant”
“You shall stay with me many days. You shall not play the prostitute, and you shall not be with any other man. I will also be so toward you.”
“and shall shepherd in the strength of Yahweh”
“Of those whom you have given me, I have lost none.{John 6:39}”