Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Jeremiah 9:8 Cross-References
Explore 14 cross-references for Jeremiah 9:8 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Jeremiah chapter 9 verse 8 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“Their tongue is as an arrow shot out; it speaketh deceit: one speaketh peaceably to his neighbour with his mouth, but in heart he layeth his wait. in heart: Heb. in the midst of him his wait: or, wait for him”
Jeremiah 9:8 (KJV)
Commentary on Jeremiah 9:8
This verse describes the tongue as deadly weapon: 'Their tongue is as an arrow shot out.' The Hebrew chets shachut (חֵץ שָׁחוּט) literally means 'a slaughtering arrow' or 'a sharpened arrow'—designed for killing. 'It speaketh deceit' continues the theme of verbal treachery. 'One speaketh peaceably to his neighbour with his mouth, but in heart he layeth his wait.' The contrast between mouth (peh, פֶּה) and heart (qereb, קֶרֶב, inner being) reveals hypocrisy—friendly words concealing murderous intent. 'Layeth his wait' (orbo, אָרְבּוֹ) pictures an ambush, lying in wait to destroy. Social interac...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Jeremiah 9:8
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“with the workers of iniquity who speak peace with their neighbors”
“but he harbors evil in his heart.”
“and what will be done more to you”
“[as it were] their bow”
“and aim their arrows”
“even the sons of men”
“Joab took him aside into the midst of the gate to speak with him quietly”
“but his heart was war. His words were softer than oil”
“Is it well with you”
“and with a double heart.”