Jeremiah 13:26
Jeremiah 13:26 in Multiple Translations
So I will pull your skirts up over your face, that your shame may be seen.
Therefore will I discover thy skirts upon thy face, that thy shame may appear.
Therefore will I also uncover thy skirts upon thy face, and thy shame shall appear.
So I will have your skirts uncovered before your face, in order that your shame may be seen.
I will pull your skirts up over your face, so you will be seen naked and ashamed.
Therefore I haue also discouered thy skirts vpon thy face, that thy shame may appeare.
I also have made bare thy skirts before thy face, And thy shame hath been seen.
Therefore I will also uncover your skirts on your face, and your shame will appear.
Therefore will I uncover thy skirts upon thy face, that thy shame may appear.
Wherefore I have also bared my thighs against thy face, and thy shame hath appeared.
It is as though I myself will pull your skirts up over your faces and cause you to be very ashamed because everyone will be able to see your sex organs.
Berean Amplified Bible — Jeremiah 13:26
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Jeremiah 13:26 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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HEB
וְ/גַם
אֲנִ֛י
חָשַׂ֥פְתִּי
שׁוּלַ֖יִ/ךְ
עַל
פָּנָ֑יִ/ךְ
וְ/נִרְאָ֖ה
קְלוֹנֵֽ/ךְ
וְ/גַם
gam
H1571
also
Conj | DirObjM
אֲנִ֛י
ʼănîy
H589
I
Pron
חָשַׂ֥פְתִּי
châsaph
H2834
to strip
V-Qal-Perf-1cs
שׁוּלַ֖יִ/ךְ
shûwl
H7757
hem
N-mp | Suff
עַל
ʻal
H5921
upon
Prep
פָּנָ֑יִ/ךְ
pânîym
H6440
face
N-cp | Suff
וְ/נִרְאָ֖ה
râʼâh
H7200
Provider
Conj | V-Niphal-3ms
קְלוֹנֵֽ/ךְ
qâlôwn
H7036
dishonor
N-ms | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Jeremiah 13:26
וְ/גַם
gam
H1571
"also"
Conj | DirObjM
Also means 'even' or 'too', used for emphasis or to connect ideas, like 'both...and' or 'neither...nor'. It can introduce a climax or show contrast.
Definition: 1) also, even, indeed, moreover, yea 1a) also, moreover (giving emphasis) 1b) neither, neither...nor (with negative) 1c) even (for stress) 1d) indeed, yea (introducing climax) 1e) also (of correspondence or retribution) 1f) but, yet, though (adversative) 1g) even, yea, yea though (with 'when' in hypothetical case) 2) (TWOT) again, alike
Usage: Occurs in 661 OT verses. KJV: again, alike, also, (so much) as (soon), both (so)...and, but, either...or, even, for all, (in) likewise (manner), moreover, nay...neither, one, then(-refore), though, what, with, yea. See also: Genesis 3:6; Exodus 19:9; 1 Samuel 14:21.
אֲנִ֛י
ʼănîy
H589
"I"
Pron
This Hebrew word is a simple way of saying 'I' or 'me', often used for emphasis. It is used by people like David in the Psalms to express their thoughts and feelings. The word is a basic part of the Hebrew language.
Definition: I (first pers. sing. -usually used for emphasis)
Usage: Occurs in 803 OT verses. KJV: I, (as for) me, mine, myself, we, [idiom] which, [idiom] who. See also: Genesis 6:17; Leviticus 19:36; 1 Samuel 25:24.
חָשַׂ֥פְתִּי
châsaph
H2834
"to strip"
V-Qal-Perf-1cs
To strip means to make something or someone bare, like when God uncovered the sins of Israel in Hosea 7:1.
Definition: 1) to strip, strip off, lay bare, make bare, draw out 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to strip off 1a2) to strip, lay bare 1a3) to draw (water), skim, take from the surface
Usage: Occurs in 10 OT verses. KJV: make bare, clean, discover, draw out, take, uncover. See also: Psalms 29:9; Jeremiah 13:26; Isaiah 20:4.
שׁוּלַ֖יִ/ךְ
shûwl
H7757
"hem"
N-mp | Suff
The hem or skirt refers to the bottom edge of a robe, like the high priest's robe. It can also symbolize something being defiled or disgraced, like a city being shamed.
Definition: 1) skirt (of robe) 1a) of high priest's robe 1b) of God's train, city as woman, ignominy, defilement (fig)
Usage: Occurs in 10 OT verses. KJV: hem, skirt, train. See also: Exodus 28:33; Isaiah 6:1; Jeremiah 13:22.
עַל
ʻal
H5921
"upon"
Prep
This Hebrew word means on or above something, like a physical object or a situation. It can also imply a sense of responsibility or accountability, as in being on behalf of someone.
Definition: prep 1) upon, on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against 1a) upon, on the ground of, on the basis of, on account of, because of, therefore, on behalf of, for the sake of, for, with, in spite of, notwithstanding, concerning, in the matter of, as regards 1b) above, beyond, over (of excess) 1c) above, over (of elevation or pre-eminence) 1d) upon, to, over to, unto, in addition to, together with, with (of addition) 1e) over (of suspension or extension) 1f) by, adjoining, next, at, over, around (of contiguity or proximity) 1g) down upon, upon, on, from, up upon, up to, towards, over towards, to, against (with verbs of motion) 1h) to (as a dative)
Usage: Occurs in 4493 OT verses. KJV: above, according to(-ly), after, (as) against, among, and, [idiom] as, at, because of, beside (the rest of), between, beyond the time, [idiom] both and, by (reason of), [idiom] had the charge of, concerning for, in (that), (forth, out) of, (from) (off), (up-) on, over, than, through(-out), to, touching, [idiom] with. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 24:13; Genesis 41:33.
פָּנָ֑יִ/ךְ
pânîym
H6440
"face"
N-cp | Suff
This word means face or presence, like being in front of someone or something. It's used in many contexts, like in Genesis, Exodus, and Psalms, to describe interactions and relationships.
Definition: : face 1) face 1a) face, faces 1b) presence, person 1c) face (of seraphim or cherubim) 1d) face (of animals) 1e) face, surface (of ground) 1f) as adv of loc/temp 1f1) before and behind, toward, in front of, forward, formerly, from beforetime, before 1g) with prep 1g1) in front of, before, to the front of, in the presence of, in the face of, at the face or front of, from the presence of, from before, from before the face of
Usage: Occurs in 1891 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] accept, a-(be-) fore(-time), against, anger, [idiom] as (long as), at, [phrase] battle, [phrase] because (of), [phrase] beseech, countenance, edge, [phrase] employ, endure, [phrase] enquire, face, favour, fear of, for, forefront(-part), form(-er time, -ward), from, front, heaviness, [idiom] him(-self), [phrase] honourable, [phrase] impudent, [phrase] in, it, look(-eth) (-s), [idiom] me, [phrase] meet, [idiom] more than, mouth, of, off, (of) old (time), [idiom] on, open, [phrase] out of, over against, the partial, person, [phrase] please, presence, propect, was purposed, by reason of, [phrase] regard, right forth, [phrase] serve, [idiom] shewbread, sight, state, straight, [phrase] street, [idiom] thee, [idiom] them(-selves), through ([phrase] -out), till, time(-s) past, (un-) to(-ward), [phrase] upon, upside ([phrase] down), with(-in, [phrase] -stand), [idiom] ye, [idiom] you. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 43:31; Exodus 30:16.
וְ/נִרְאָ֖ה
râʼâh
H7200
"Provider"
Conj | V-Niphal-3ms
The Hebrew word for provider means to see or look after, and is used to describe God's care for his people. It appears in various forms throughout the Bible, including in Genesis and other books.
Definition: (Lord will) Provide, cause to be seen. This name means to see, look at, inspect, look after
Usage: Occurs in 1206 OT verses. KJV: advise self, appear, approve, behold, [idiom] certainly, consider, discern, (make to) enjoy, have experience, gaze, take heed, [idiom] indeed, [idiom] joyfully, lo, look (on, one another, one on another, one upon another, out, up, upon), mark, meet, [idiom] be near, perceive, present, provide, regard, (have) respect, (fore-, cause to, let) see(-r, -m, one another), shew (self), [idiom] sight of others, (e-) spy, stare, [idiom] surely, [idiom] think, view, visions. See also: Genesis 1:4; Genesis 41:41; Exodus 33:13.
קְלוֹנֵֽ/ךְ
qâlôwn
H7036
"dishonor"
N-ms | Suff
This word refers to feelings of shame or dishonor, like when someone does something wrong. It is used in Proverbs to describe the shame of foolish behavior. The Bible teaches that God can restore honor to those who repent.
Definition: 1) shame, disgrace, dishonour, ignominy 1a) ignominy (of nation) 1b) dishonour, disgrace (personal)
Usage: Occurs in 17 OT verses. KJV: confusion, dishonour, ignominy, reproach, shame. See also: Job 10:15; Proverbs 18:3; Psalms 83:17.
Study Notes — Jeremiah 13:26
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- Gill's Exposition on Jeremiah 13:26
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Jeremiah 13:26
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Jeremiah 13:26
- Trapp's Commentary on Jeremiah 13:26
- Ellicott's Commentary on Jeremiah 13:26
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Jeremiah 13:26
- Cambridge Bible on Jeremiah 13:26
- Barnes' Notes on Jeremiah 13:26
- Whedon's Commentary on Jeremiah 13:26
- Sermons on Jeremiah 13:26
Context — Captivity Threatened
24“I will scatter you like chaff driven by the desert wind.
25This is your lot, the portion I have measured to you,” declares the LORD, “because you have forgotten Me and trusted in falsehood.
26So I will pull your skirts up over your face, that your shame may be seen.
27Your adulteries and lustful neighings, your shameless prostitution on the hills and in the fields— I have seen your detestable acts. Woe to you, O Jerusalem! How long will you remain unclean?”Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Lamentations 1:8 | Jerusalem has sinned greatly; therefore she has become an object of scorn. All who honored her now despise her, for they have seen her nakedness; she herself groans and turns away. |
| 2 | Hosea 2:10 | And then I will expose her lewdness in the sight of her lovers, and no one will deliver her out of My hands. |
| 3 | Ezekiel 23:29 | They will treat you with hatred, take all for which you have worked, and leave you naked and bare, so that the shame of your prostitution will be exposed. Your indecency and promiscuity |
| 4 | Ezekiel 16:37 | therefore I will surely gather all the lovers with whom you found pleasure, all those you loved and all those you hated. I will gather them against you from all around and expose you before them, and they will see you completely naked. |
| 5 | Jeremiah 13:22 | And if you ask yourself, “Why has this happened to me?” It is because of the magnitude of your iniquity that your skirts have been stripped off and your body has been exposed. |
Jeremiah 13:26 Summary
This verse means that God is going to expose the sinful actions of His people, so that they can see their shame and turn back to Him. It's like when we do something wrong and try to hide it, but God sees everything and wants us to be honest with Him. As it says in Psalm 51:17, God desires a broken and humble heart, and He promises to restore and forgive us when we come to Him in repentance. By exposing our shame, God is calling us to return to Him and live a life of humility and obedience, just like in Micah 6:8, where we are called to walk humbly with God.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean for God to pull up the skirts over someone's face?
This is a symbolic act of shame and humiliation, where God is exposing the sinful actions of His people, much like in Hosea 2:10, where God threatens to strip away the idols and false sense of security of His people.
Is this verse talking about literal shame or spiritual shame?
This verse is talking about spiritual shame, as God is concerned with the spiritual adultery and idolatry of His people, as seen in Jeremiah 13:27, where God condemns the detestable acts of Jerusalem.
How does this verse relate to the concept of modesty in the Bible?
This verse uses the metaphor of skirts to convey the idea of modesty and humility, emphasizing that God values humility and modesty, as seen in 1 Peter 5:6, where believers are called to humble themselves before God.
What is the purpose of God exposing the shame of His people?
The purpose of God exposing the shame of His people is to bring them to repentance and restoration, as seen in Jeremiah 31:18-20, where God promises to restore and disciplined His people for their own good.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I may be experiencing spiritual shame, and how can I bring them before God in humility and repentance?
- How does this verse challenge my understanding of God's character and His desire for holiness in my life?
- In what ways can I apply the concept of modesty and humility in my daily life, and how can I cultivate a deeper sense of reverence for God?
- What are some idols or false sense of security in my life that God may be calling me to surrender, and how can I trust in His goodness and provision instead?
Gill's Exposition on Jeremiah 13:26
Therefore will I discover thy skirts upon thy face,.... Turn them up, or throw them over the head or face; that is, expose to public shame and disgrace; which was done when their city and temple were
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Jeremiah 13:26
Therefore will I discover thy skirts upon thy face, that thy shame may appear.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Jeremiah 13:26
Therefore I will expose thee to all manner of shame and contempt, without any regard to thy honour. Those that honour God, God will honour, but those that despise and dishonour him shall not be able to maintain their own honour.
Trapp's Commentary on Jeremiah 13:26
Jeremiah 13:26 Therefore will I discover thy skirts upon thy face, that thy shame may appear.Ver. 26. Therefore I will discover thy skirts.] Since thou hast discovered and prostituted thyseff to other lovers, I will shame thee before all men.
Ellicott's Commentary on Jeremiah 13:26
(26) Therefore will I discover . . .—The threat is substantially the same as that in Jeremiah 13:22. The form is verbally identical with that of Nah 3:5.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Jeremiah 13:26
Verse 26. Therefore will I discover thy skirts upon thy face] It was the custom to punish lewd women by stripping them naked, and exposing them to public view; or by throwing their clothes over their heads, as here intimated. Was this the way to correct the evil?
Cambridge Bible on Jeremiah 13:26
20–27. Lament for the calamities brought about by Jerusalem’s sin See, O Jerusalem, the northern foe descends on thee. What has become of thy goodly nation? How wilt thou endure those who were erst thy friends, now become thy rulers? What shall be thy pangs? And dost thou ask, Wherefore? It is the penalty of thy sin. Evil, through inveterate custom, has become as immutable a thing with thee as is the Ethiopian’s skin or the leopard’s spotted hide. Scattered like the chaff that is whirled along by the desert wind, thou shalt have this for thy lot because of thy faithlessness. Shame and disgrace are the results of the lewd practices which thou hast openly carried on.
Canst thou ever become clean again? The date may well be that of the battle of Carchemish (b.c. 605), which exposed Judah defenceless to Nebuchadnezzar. The foe spoken of cannot be the Scythians (see on Jeremiah 1:13), as they never were “friends,” whereas for the attempt to be on friendly terms with the Eastern powers we may cp. Jeremiah 2:36, Jeremiah 4:30.
Barnes' Notes on Jeremiah 13:26
Therefore will I - literally, “And I also;” I also must have my turn, I too must retaliate. Compare Nahum 3:5.
Whedon's Commentary on Jeremiah 13:26
25-27. A fearfully vivid statement of the apostasy and idolatry of the people, especially as to the unclean and debasing rites of that idolatry.
Sermons on Jeremiah 13:26
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Change or Exchange by Lewis Gregory | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes that humans have a fundamental flaw that renders their lives worthless. God is calling for a drastic change in their lives, as mere confessi |
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Why Are These Things Come Upon Me? by Dan Biser | This sermon delves into the reasons behind the challenges faced by individuals, families, churches, and nations, emphasizing the consequences of sin and the need for repentance and |