Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Jeremiah 6:22 Cross-References
Explore 6 cross-references for Jeremiah 6:22 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Jeremiah chapter 6 verse 22 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“Thus saith the LORD, Behold, a people cometh from the north country, and a great nation shall be raised from the sides of the earth.”
Jeremiah 6:22 (KJV)
Historical Context for Jeremiah 6:22
People Mentioned
Commentary on Jeremiah 6:22
A people comes 'from the north country' (Babylon), described as a 'great nation' being 'raised from the sides of the earth.' The phrase 'raised' (Hebrew 'ur') suggests God's sovereign stirring up of this nation for His purposes. This mighty army serves as God's instrument of judgment, demonstrating His absolute sovereignty over all nations. Reformed theology emphasizes God's meticulous providence—even pagan empires serve His redemptive purposes. This verse also shows that distance is no obstacle to God's judgment; He can summon nations from earth's extremities to execute His will.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Jeremiah 6:22
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“behold”
“a people comes from the north; and a great nation and many kings shall be stirred up from the uttermost parts of the earth.”
“I will bring a nation on you from far”
“Out of the north evil shall break forth on all the inhabitants of the land.”
“you children of Benjamin”
“I will send and take all the families of the north”