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What Does Jeremiah 4:12 Mean?

Jeremiah 4:12 in the King James Version says “Even a full wind from those places shall come unto me: now also will I give sentence against them. a full: or, a fuller ...” — study this verse from Jeremiah chapter 4 with commentary, cross-references, and original Hebrew word analysis.

“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”

Jeremiah 4:12 · KJV

Context

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.

14

O Jerusalem, wash thine heart from wickedness, that thou mayest be saved. How long shall thy vain thoughts lodge within thee?

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Commentary

KJV Study Commentary
Detailed theological analysis of Jeremiah 4:12 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 4:12, 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 4:12 challenge your understanding of God's character and His dealings with His people?
  2. What practical application can you draw from Jeremiah 4:12 for your walk with Christ today?

Original Language Analysis

Hebrew · 11 words
ר֧וּחַ1 of 11

“wind”

H7307

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

מָלֵ֛א2 of 11

“Even a full”

H4392

full (literally or figuratively) or filling (literally); also (concretely) fulness; adverbially, fully

מֵאֵ֖לֶּה3 of 11
H428

these or those

יָ֣בוֹא4 of 11

“from those places shall come”

H935

to go or come (in a wide variety of applications)

לִ֑י5 of 11
H0
עַתָּ֕ה6 of 11
H6258

at this time, whether adverb, conjunction or expletive

גַּם7 of 11
H1571

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

אֲנִ֛י8 of 11
H589

i

אֲדַבֵּ֥ר9 of 11

“unto me now also will I give”

H1696

perhaps properly, to arrange; but used figuratively (of words), to speak; rarely (in a destructive sense) to subdue

מִשְׁפָּטִ֖ים10 of 11

“sentence”

H4941

properly, a verdict (favorable or unfavorable) pronounced judicially, especially a sentence or formal decree (human or (participant's) divine law, ind

אוֹתָֽם׃11 of 11
H854

properly, nearness (used only as a preposition or an adverb), near; hence, generally, with, by, at, among, etc

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 4:12 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 4:12 from Treasury of Scripture Knowledge

Jeremiah 1:16Ezekiel 5:8Ezekiel 6:11-13Ezekiel 7:8-9

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