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What Does Jeremiah 3:10 Mean?

Jeremiah 3:10 in the King James Version says “And yet for all this her treacherous sister Judah hath not turned unto me with her whole heart, but feignedly, saith the... — study this verse from Jeremiah chapter 3 with commentary, cross-references, and original Hebrew word analysis.

And yet for all this her treacherous sister Judah hath not turned unto me with her whole heart, but feignedly, saith the LORD. feignedly: Heb. in falsehood

Jeremiah 3:10 · KJV


Context

8

And I saw, when for all the causes whereby backsliding Israel committed adultery I had put her away, and given her a bill of divorce; yet her treacherous sister Judah feared not, but went and played the harlot also.

9

And it came to pass through the lightness of her whoredom, that she defiled the land, and committed adultery with stones and with stocks. lightness: or, fame

10

And yet for all this her treacherous sister Judah hath not turned unto me with her whole heart, but feignedly, saith the LORD. feignedly: Heb. in falsehood

11

And the LORD said unto me, The backsliding Israel hath justified herself more than treacherous Judah.

12

Go and proclaim these words toward the north, and say, Return, thou backsliding Israel, saith the LORD; and I will not cause mine anger to fall upon you: for I am merciful, saith the LORD, and I will not keep anger for ever.


Commentary

KJV Study Commentary
Detailed theological analysis of Jeremiah 3:10 with Hebrew word studies, doctrinal significance, and connections to broader biblical themes. This would reference original language terms, explain theological concepts, and show how the verse fits into redemptive history and points to Christ.

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Historical & Cultural Context

Historical and cultural context for Jeremiah 3:10, including the time period during Jeremiah's ministry (627-586 BC), the political situation with Babylon's rise to power, and how this verse relates to Judah's covenant unfaithfulness and coming judgment.

Reflection Questions

  1. How does Jeremiah 3:10 challenge your understanding of God's character and His dealings with His people?
  2. What practical application can you draw from Jeremiah 3:10 for your walk with Christ today?

Original Language Analysis

Hebrew · 16 words
וְגַם1 of 16
H1571

properly, assemblage; used only adverbially also, even, yea, though; often repeated as correl. both...and

בְּכָל2 of 16
H3605

properly, the whole; hence, all, any or every (in the singular only, but often in a plural sense)

זֹ֗את3 of 16
H2063

this (often used adverb)

לֹא4 of 16
H3808

not (the simple or abs. negation); by implication, no; often used with other particles

שָׁ֨בָה5 of 16

hath not turned

H7725

to turn back (hence, away) transitively or intransitively, literally or figuratively (not necessarily with the idea of return to the starting point);

אֵלַ֜י6 of 16
H413

near, with or among; often in general, to

בָּגוֹדָ֧ה7 of 16

And yet for all this her treacherous

H901

treacherous

אֲחוֹתָ֛הּ8 of 16

sister

H269

a sister (used very widely [like h0251], literally and figuratively)

יְהוּדָ֖ה9 of 16

Judah

H3063

jehudah (or judah), the name of five israelites; also of the tribe descended from the first, and of its territory

בְּכָל10 of 16
H3605

properly, the whole; hence, all, any or every (in the singular only, but often in a plural sense)

לִבָּ֑הּ11 of 16

unto me with her whole heart

H3820

the heart; also used (figuratively) very widely for the feelings, the will and even the intellect; likewise for the center of anything

כִּ֥י12 of 16
H3588

(by implication) very widely used as a relative conjunction or adverb (as below); often largely modified by other particles annexed

אִם13 of 16
H518

used very widely as demonstrative, lo!; interrogative, whether?; or conditional, if, although; also oh that!, when; hence, as a negative, not

בְּשֶׁ֖קֶר14 of 16

but feignedly

H8267

an untruth; by implication, a sham (often adverbial)

נְאֻם15 of 16

saith

H5002

an oracle

יְהוָֽה׃16 of 16

the LORD

H3068

(the) self-existent or eternal; jeho-vah, jewish national name of god


Study Guide

Historical Context

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.

Theological Significance

Jeremiah 3:10 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.

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