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What Does Jeremiah 3:17 Mean?

Jeremiah 3:17 in the King James Version says “At that time they shall call Jerusalem the throne of the LORD; and all the nations shall be gathered unto it, to the nam... — study this verse from Jeremiah chapter 3 with commentary, cross-references, and original Hebrew word analysis.

At that time they shall call Jerusalem the throne of the LORD; and all the nations shall be gathered unto it, to the name of the LORD, to Jerusalem: neither shall they walk any more after the imagination of their evil heart. imagination: or, stubbornness

Jeremiah 3:17 · KJV


Context

15

And I will give you pastors according to mine heart, which shall feed you with knowledge and understanding.

16

And it shall come to pass, when ye be multiplied and increased in the land, in those days, saith the LORD, they shall say no more, The ark of the covenant of the LORD: neither shall it come to mind: neither shall they remember it; neither shall they visit it; neither shall that be done any more. come to mind: Heb. come upon the heart that: or, it be magnified

17

At that time they shall call Jerusalem the throne of the LORD; and all the nations shall be gathered unto it, to the name of the LORD, to Jerusalem: neither shall they walk any more after the imagination of their evil heart. imagination: or, stubbornness

18

In those days the house of Judah shall walk with the house of Israel, and they shall come together out of the land of the north to the land that I have given for an inheritance unto your fathers. with: or, to given: or, caused your fathers to possess

19

But I said, How shall I put thee among the children, and give thee a pleasant land, a goodly heritage of the hosts of nations? and I said, Thou shalt call me, My father; and shalt not turn away from me. from me: Heb. from after me a goodly: Heb. an heritage of glory, or, beauty pleasant: Heb. land of desire


Commentary

KJV Study Commentary
Detailed theological analysis of Jeremiah 3:17 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 3:17, 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 3:17 challenge your understanding of God's character and His dealings with His people?
  2. What practical application can you draw from Jeremiah 3:17 for your walk with Christ today?

Original Language Analysis

Hebrew · 20 words
בָּעֵ֣ת1 of 20

At that time

H6256

time, especially (adverb with preposition) now, when, etc

הַהִ֗יא2 of 20
H1931

he (she or it); only expressed when emphatic or without a verb; also (intensively) self, or (especially with the article) the same; sometimes (as demo

יִקְרְא֤וּ3 of 20

they shall call

H7121

to call out to (i.e., properly, address by name, but used in a wide variety of applications)

לִירוּשָׁלִָ֑ם4 of 20

Jerusalem

H3389

jerushalaim or jerushalem, the capital city of palestine

כִּסֵּ֣א5 of 20

the throne

H3678

properly, covered, i.e., a throne (as canopied)

יְהוָ֖ה6 of 20

of the LORD

H3068

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

וְנִקְוּ֨וּ7 of 20

shall be gathered

H6960

to bind together (perhaps by twisting), i.e., collect; (figuratively) to expect

אֵלֶ֧יהָ8 of 20
H413

near, with or among; often in general, to

כָֽל9 of 20
H3605

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

הַגּוֹיִ֛ם10 of 20

and all the nations

H1471

a foreign nation; hence, a gentile; also (figuratively) a troop of animals, or a flight of locusts

לְשֵׁ֥ם11 of 20

unto it to the name

H8034

an appellation, as a mark or memorial of individuality; by implication honor, authority, character

יְהוָ֖ה12 of 20

of the LORD

H3068

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

לִירוּשָׁלִָ֑ם13 of 20

Jerusalem

H3389

jerushalaim or jerushalem, the capital city of palestine

וְלֹא14 of 20
H3808

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

יֵלְכ֣וּ15 of 20
H1980

to walk (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)

ע֔וֹד16 of 20
H5750

properly, iteration or continuance; used only adverbially (with or without preposition), again, repeatedly, still, more

אַחֲרֵ֕י17 of 20

any more after

H310

properly, the hind part; generally used as an adverb or conjunction, after (in various senses)

שְׁרִר֖וּת18 of 20

the imagination

H8307

obstinacy

לִבָּ֥ם19 of 20

heart

H3820

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

הָרָֽע׃20 of 20

of their evil

H7451

bad or (as noun) evil (natural or moral)


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 3:17 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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