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What Does Jeremiah 4:11 Mean?

Jeremiah 4:11 in the King James Version says “At that time shall it be said to this people and to Jerusalem, A dry wind of the high places in the wilderness toward th... — study this verse from Jeremiah chapter 4 with commentary, cross-references, and original Hebrew word analysis.

At that time shall it be said to this people and to Jerusalem, A dry wind of the high places in the wilderness toward the daughter of my people, not to fan, nor to cleanse,

Jeremiah 4:11 · KJV


Context

9

And it shall come to pass at that day, saith the LORD, that the heart of the king shall perish, and the heart of the princes; and the priests shall be astonished, and the prophets shall wonder.

10

Then said I, Ah, Lord GOD! surely thou hast greatly deceived this people and Jerusalem, saying, Ye shall have peace; whereas the sword reacheth unto the soul.

11

At that time shall it be said to this people and to Jerusalem, A dry wind of the high places in the wilderness toward the daughter of my people, not to fan, nor to cleanse,

12

Even a full wind from those places shall come unto me: now also will I give sentence against them. a full: or, a fuller wind than those give: Heb. utter judgments

13

Behold, he shall come up as clouds, and his chariots shall be as a whirlwind: his horses are swifter than eagles. Woe unto us! for we are spoiled.


Commentary

KJV Study Commentary
Detailed theological analysis of Jeremiah 4:11 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 4:11, 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 4:11 challenge your understanding of God's character and His dealings with His people?
  2. What practical application can you draw from Jeremiah 4:11 for your walk with Christ today?

Original Language Analysis

Hebrew · 17 words
בָּעֵ֣ת1 of 17

At that time

H6256

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

הַהִ֗יא2 of 17
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

יֵאָמֵ֤ר3 of 17

shall it be said

H559

to say (used with great latitude)

עַמִּ֑י4 of 17

of my people

H5971

a people (as a congregated unit); specifically, a tribe (as those of israel); hence (collectively) troops or attendants; figuratively, a flock

הַזֶּה֙5 of 17
H2088

the masculine demonstrative pronoun, this or that

וְלִיר֣וּשָׁלִַ֔ם6 of 17

and to Jerusalem

H3389

jerushalaim or jerushalem, the capital city of palestine

ר֣וּחַ7 of 17

wind

H7307

wind; by resemblance breath, i.e., a sensible (or even violent) exhalation; figuratively, life, anger, unsubstantiality; by extension, a region of the

צַ֤ח8 of 17

A dry

H6703

dazzling, i.e., sunny, bright, (figuratively) evident

שְׁפָיִם֙9 of 17

of the high places

H8205

bareness; concretely, a bare hill or plain

בַּמִּדְבָּ֔ר10 of 17

in the wilderness

H4057

a pasture (i.e., open field, whither cattle are driven); by implication, a desert

דֶּ֖רֶךְ11 of 17

toward

H1870

a road (as trodden); figuratively, a course of life or mode of action, often adverb

בַּת12 of 17

the daughter

H1323

a daughter (used in the same wide sense as other terms of relationship, literally and figuratively)

עַמִּ֑י13 of 17

of my people

H5971

a people (as a congregated unit); specifically, a tribe (as those of israel); hence (collectively) troops or attendants; figuratively, a flock

ל֥וֹא14 of 17
H3808

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

לִזְר֖וֹת15 of 17

not to fan

H2219

to toss about; by implication, to diffuse, winnow

וְל֥וֹא16 of 17
H3808

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

לְהָבַֽר׃17 of 17

nor to cleanse

H1305

to clarify (i.e., brighten), examine, select


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 4:11 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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