King James Version

What Does Jeremiah 30:1 Mean?

Jeremiah 30:1 in the King James Version says “The word that came to Jeremiah from the LORD, saying,” — study this verse from Jeremiah chapter 30 with commentary, cross-references, and original Hebrew word analysis.

“The word that came to Jeremiah from the LORD, saying,”

Jeremiah 30:1 · KJV

Context

1

The word that came to Jeremiah from the LORD, saying,

2

Thus speaketh the LORD God of Israel, saying, Write thee all the words that I have spoken unto thee in a book.

3

For, lo, the days come, saith the LORD, that I will bring again the captivity of my people Israel and Judah, saith the LORD: and I will cause them to return to the land that I gave to their fathers, and they shall possess it.

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Commentary

KJV Study Commentary
The word that came to Jeremiah from the LORD (הַדָּבָר אֲשֶׁר־הָיָה אֶל־יִרְמְיָהוּ מֵאֵת יְהוָה)—Chapter 30 begins the 'Book of Consolation' (chs. 30-33), pivoting from judgment to promise. The prophetic formula hayah el (came to) emphasizes divine origin—not Jeremiah's speculation but God's self-revelation.

After 29 chapters of relentless judgment, this transition signals God's covenant faithfulness. Even as Babylon besieges Jerusalem (588-586 BC), God reveals restoration beyond exile. The placement is strategic—hope grounded in God's character, not circumstances. This word establishes the theological foundation for chapters that promise new covenant (31:31-34), return from captivity, and Messianic restoration.

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Historical & Cultural Context

Received during the final siege of Jerusalem (588-586 BC), when Jeremiah was imprisoned for 'treason' (32:2). As the city faced starvation and impending destruction, God commanded him to write promises of future restoration—a prophetic act of defiant hope.

Reflection Questions

  1. How does God's word of hope in your darkest circumstances reveal His covenant character?
  2. What promises has God given you to sustain faith when present experience contradicts future hope?
  3. How do you maintain hope in God's ultimate restoration while accepting His current discipline?

Original Language Analysis

Hebrew · 8 words
הַדָּבָר֙1 of 8

“The word”

H1697

a word; by implication, a matter (as spoken of) or thing; adverbially, a cause

אֲשֶׁ֣ר2 of 8
H834

who, which, what, that; also (as an adverb and a conjunction) when, where, how, because, in order that, etc

הָיָ֣ה3 of 8
H1961

to exist, i.e., be or become, come to pass (always emphatic, and not a mere copula or auxiliary)

אֶֽל4 of 8
H413

near, with or among; often in general, to

יִרְמְיָ֔הוּ5 of 8

“that came to Jeremiah”

H3414

jirmejah, the name of eight or nine israelites

מֵאֵ֥ת6 of 8
H853

properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)

יְהוָ֖ה7 of 8

“from the LORD”

H3068

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

לֵאמֹֽר׃8 of 8

“saying”

H559

to say (used with great latitude)

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 30:1 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.

Cross-References

Verses related to Jeremiah 30:1 from Treasury of Scripture Knowledge

Jeremiah 26:15Jeremiah 1:1-2

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