King James Version
Jeremiah 18:5 in the King James Version says “Then the word of the LORD came to me, saying,” — study this verse from Jeremiah chapter 18 with commentary, cross-references, and original Hebrew word analysis.
“Then the word of the LORD came to me, saying,”
Jeremiah 18:5 · KJV
Then I went down to the potter's house, and, behold, he wrought a work on the wheels. wheels: or, frames, or, seats
And the vessel that he made of clay was marred in the hand of the potter: so he made it again another vessel, as seemed good to the potter to make it. of clay: or, was marred, as clay in the hand of the potter made it: Heb. returned and made, etc
Then the word of the LORD came to me, saying,
O house of Israel, cannot I do with you as this potter? saith the LORD. Behold, as the clay is in the potter's hand, so are ye in mine hand, O house of Israel.
At what instant I shall speak concerning a nation, and concerning a kingdom, to pluck up, and to pull down, and to destroy it;
KJV Study — Public Domain
to exist, i.e., be or become, come to pass (always emphatic, and not a mere copula or auxiliary)
“Then the word”
H1697a word; by implication, a matter (as spoken of) or thing; adverbially, a cause
“of the LORD”
H3068(the) self-existent or eternal; jeho-vah, jewish national name of god
This verse is found in the book of Jeremiah. Understanding the historical and cultural background helps illuminate its meaning for the original audience and for us today.
Jeremiah 18:5 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.