Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Jeremiah 6:16 Cross-References
Explore 20 cross-references for Jeremiah 6:16 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Jeremiah chapter 6 verse 16 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“Thus saith the LORD, Stand ye in the ways, and see, and ask for the old paths, where is the good way, and walk therein, and ye shall find rest for your souls. But they said, We will not walk therein.”
Jeremiah 6:16 (KJV)
Historical Context for Jeremiah 6:16
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Commentary on Jeremiah 6:16
God commands His people to 'stand ye in the ways, and see, and ask for the old paths, where is the good way.' This call to return to ancient covenant faithfulness contrasts with innovation and compromise. The promise 'ye shall find rest unto your souls' (echoed by Jesus in Matthew 11:29) offers peace through obedience. However, the people's response—'We will not walk therein'—demonstrates willful rebellion. Reformed theology values the 'old paths' of historic orthodoxy, recognizing that truth is not discovered but received from God's revelation. The refusal to walk in God's ways despite clear ...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Jeremiah 6:16
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“and when you turn to the left”
“and he will show you; your elders”
“they have burned incense to false [gods]; and they have been made to stumble in their ways”
“saying”
“the Lord”
“come”
“Yet a little while the light is with you. Walk while you have the light, that darkness doesn't overtake you. He who walks in the darkness doesn't know where he is going.,Then Jesus said unto them, Yet a little while is the light with you. Walk while ye have the light, lest darkness come upon you: for he that walketh in darkness knoweth not whither he goeth.,,,,,,,,”
“It is in vain; for we will walk after our own devices”
“I will not hear. This has been your manner from your youth”