King James Version

What Does Jeremiah 3:25 Mean?

Jeremiah 3:25 in the King James Version says “We lie down in our shame, and our confusion covereth us: for we have sinned against the LORD our God, we and our fathers... — study this verse from Jeremiah chapter 3 with commentary, cross-references, and original Hebrew word analysis.

We lie down in our shame, and our confusion covereth us: for we have sinned against the LORD our God, we and our fathers, from our youth even unto this day, and have not obeyed the voice of the LORD our God.

Jeremiah 3:25 · KJV


Context

23

Truly in vain is salvation hoped for from the hills, and from the multitude of mountains: truly in the LORD our God is the salvation of Israel.

24

For shame hath devoured the labour of our fathers from our youth; their flocks and their herds, their sons and their daughters.

25

We lie down in our shame, and our confusion covereth us: for we have sinned against the LORD our God, we and our fathers, from our youth even unto this day, and have not obeyed the voice of the LORD our God.


Commentary

KJV Study Commentary
Detailed theological analysis of Jeremiah 3:25 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 3:25, 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 3:25 challenge your understanding of God's character and His dealings with His people?
  2. What practical application can you draw from Jeremiah 3:25 for your walk with Christ today?

Original Language Analysis

Hebrew · 19 words
נִשְׁכְּבָ֣ה1 of 19

We lie down

H7901

to lie down (for rest, sexual connection, decease or any other purpose)

בְּבָשְׁתֵּ֗נוּ2 of 19

in our shame

H1322

shame (the feeling and the condition, as well as its cause); by implication (specifically) an idol

וּֽתְכַסֵּנוּ֮3 of 19

covereth

H3680

properly, to plump, i.e., fill up hollows; by implication, to cover (for clothing or secrecy)

כְּלִמָּתֵנוּ֒4 of 19

and our confusion

H3639

disgrace

כִּי֩5 of 19
H3588

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

יְהוָֹ֥ה6 of 19

against the LORD

H3068

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

אֱלֹהֵֽינוּ׃7 of 19

our God

H430

gods in the ordinary sense; but specifically used (in the plural thus, especially with the article) of the supreme god; occasionally applied by way of

חָטָ֗אנוּ8 of 19

us for we have sinned

H2398

properly, to miss; hence (figuratively and generally) to sin; by inference, to forfeit, lack, expiate, repent, (causatively) lead astray, condemn

אֲנַ֙חְנוּ֙9 of 19
H587

we

וַאֲבוֹתֵ֔ינוּ10 of 19

we and our fathers

H1

father, in a literal and immediate, or figurative and remote application

מִנְּעוּרֵ֖ינוּ11 of 19

from our youth

H5271

(only in plural collective or emphatic form) youth, the state (juvenility) or the persons (young people)

וְעַד12 of 19
H5704

as far (or long, or much) as, whether of space (even unto) or time (during, while, until) or degree (equally with)

הַיּ֣וֹם13 of 19

even unto this day

H3117

a day (as the warm hours), whether literal (from sunrise to sunset, or from one sunset to the next), or figurative (a space of time defined by an asso

הַזֶּ֑ה14 of 19
H2088

the masculine demonstrative pronoun, this or that

וְלֹ֣א15 of 19
H3808

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

שָׁמַ֔עְנוּ16 of 19

and have not obeyed

H8085

to hear intelligently (often with implication of attention, obedience, etc.; causatively, to tell, etc.)

בְּק֖וֹל17 of 19

the voice

H6963

a voice or sound

יְהוָֹ֥ה18 of 19

against the LORD

H3068

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

אֱלֹהֵֽינוּ׃19 of 19

our God

H430

gods in the ordinary sense; but specifically used (in the plural thus, especially with the article) of the supreme god; occasionally applied by way of


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 3:25 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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