Jeremiah 22:2
Jeremiah 22:2 in Multiple Translations
saying, ‘Hear the word of the LORD, O king of Judah, who sits on the throne of David—you and your officials and your people who enter these gates.
And say, Hear the word of the LORD, O king of Judah, that sittest upon the throne of David, thou, and thy servants, and thy people that enter in by these gates:
and say, Hear the word of Jehovah, O king of Judah, that sittest upon the throne of David, thou, and thy servants, and thy people that enter in by these gates.
And say, Give ear to the word of the Lord, O king of Judah, seated on the seat of David, you and your servants and your people who come in by these doors.
Tell them: Listen to what the Lord has to say to you, king of Judah, sitting on the throne of David, you and your officials and the people here with you.
And say, Heare the worde of the Lord, O King of Iudah, that sittest vpon the throne of Dauid, thou and thy seruants, and thy people that enter in by these gates.
Hear a word of Jehovah, O king of Judah, who art sitting on the throne of David, thou, and thy servants, and thy people, who are coming in at these gates,
‘Hear the LORD’s word, king of Judah, who sits on David’s throne—you, your servants, and your people who enter in by these gates.
And say, Hear the word of the LORD, O king of Judah, that sittest upon the throne of David, thou, and thy servants, and thy people that enter by these gates:
And thou shalt say: Hear the word of the Lord, O king of Juda, that sittest upon the throne of David: thou and thy servants, and thy people, who enter in by these gates.
‘You are the king of Judah. You are the ruler [MTY], like King David was. You and your officials and your people must listen
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Hebrew Word Reference — Jeremiah 22:2
Study Notes — Jeremiah 22:2
- Context
- Cross References
- Jeremiah 22:2 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Jeremiah 22:2
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Jeremiah 22:2
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Jeremiah 22:2
- Trapp's Commentary on Jeremiah 22:2
- Ellicott's Commentary on Jeremiah 22:2
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Jeremiah 22:2
- Cambridge Bible on Jeremiah 22:2
- Whedon's Commentary on Jeremiah 22:2
- Sermons on Jeremiah 22:2
Context — A Warning to Judah’s Kings
2saying, ‘Hear the word of the LORD, O king of Judah, who sits on the throne of David—you and your officials and your people who enter these gates.
3This is what the LORD says: Administer justice and righteousness. Rescue the victim of robbery from the hand of his oppressor. Do no wrong or violence to the foreigner, the fatherless, or the widow. Do not shed innocent blood in this place. 4For if you will indeed carry out these commands, then kings who sit on David’s throne will enter through the gates of this palace riding on chariots and horses—they and their officials and their people.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Luke 1:32 | He will be great and will be called the Son of the Most High. The Lord God will give Him the throne of His father David, |
| 2 | Isaiah 9:7 | Of the increase of His government and peace there will be no end. He will reign on the throne of David and over his kingdom, to establish and sustain it with justice and righteousness from that time and forevermore. The zeal of the LORD of Hosts will accomplish this. |
| 3 | Jeremiah 22:4 | For if you will indeed carry out these commands, then kings who sit on David’s throne will enter through the gates of this palace riding on chariots and horses—they and their officials and their people. |
| 4 | Isaiah 1:10 | Hear the word of the LORD, you rulers of Sodom; listen to the instruction of our God, you people of Gomorrah! |
| 5 | Jeremiah 36:30 | Therefore this is what the LORD says about Jehoiakim king of Judah: He will have no one to sit on David’s throne, and his body will be thrown out and exposed to heat by day and frost by night. |
| 6 | Jeremiah 22:29–30 | O land, land, land, hear the word of the LORD! This is what the LORD says: “Enroll this man as childless, a man who will not prosper in his lifetime. None of his descendants will prosper to sit on the throne of David or to rule again in Judah.” |
| 7 | Jeremiah 13:18 | Say to the king and to the queen mother: “Take a lowly seat, for your glorious crowns have fallen from your heads.” |
| 8 | Jeremiah 29:20 | So hear the word of the LORD, all you exiles I have sent away from Jerusalem to Babylon. |
| 9 | Amos 7:16 | Now, therefore, hear the word of the LORD. You say: ‘Do not prophesy against Israel; do not preach against the house of Isaac.’ |
| 10 | Isaiah 28:14 | Therefore hear the word of the LORD, O scoffers who rule this people in Jerusalem. |
Jeremiah 22:2 Summary
[This verse is a call to the king of Judah and his people to listen to and obey God's word, which is a reminder that God is the ultimate authority and King (as seen in Psalm 24:7-10). The king and his people are being asked to be faithful and obedient to God's commands, just like God asked of the Israelites in Exodus 19:5-6, where He says 'if you will indeed obey My voice and keep My covenant'. By listening to God's word, the king and his people can learn how to live justly and righteously, and can experience God's blessings and peace (as seen in Jeremiah 22:4).]
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the king of Judah sitting on the throne of David?
The king of Judah sitting on the throne of David signifies the continuation of the Davidic dynasty, which is a reminder of God's promise to David in 2 Samuel 7:12-16, where God promises to establish his throne forever.
Who are the officials and people being addressed in this verse?
The officials and people being addressed are those who enter the gates of the palace, which includes the king's advisors, nobles, and the general population of Judah, as seen in Jeremiah 22:2, where it says 'you and your officials and your people who enter these gates'
Why is it important for the king and his people to hear the word of the Lord?
It is essential for the king and his people to hear the word of the Lord because it is a call to obedience and faithfulness to God's commands, as seen in Deuteronomy 8:6, where it says to 'walk in all His ways and to fear Him'
How does this verse relate to the overall message of Jeremiah 22?
This verse sets the stage for the rest of Jeremiah 22, which emphasizes the importance of justice, righteousness, and faithfulness to God's commands, as seen in Jeremiah 22:3, where God commands the king to 'Administer justice and righteousness'
Reflection Questions
- What does it mean to truly 'hear' the word of the Lord, and how can I apply this to my own life?
- In what ways can I, like the king of Judah, be a leader or influencer in my sphere of life, and how can I use this position to point others to God?
- How can I balance the desire to follow God's commands with the pressures and expectations of those around me, as the king of Judah may have faced?
- What are some ways that I can, like the people entering the gates of the palace, be mindful of my own actions and their impact on those around me?
Gill's Exposition on Jeremiah 22:2
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Jeremiah 22:2
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Jeremiah 22:2
Trapp's Commentary on Jeremiah 22:2
Ellicott's Commentary on Jeremiah 22:2
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Jeremiah 22:2
Cambridge Bible on Jeremiah 22:2
Whedon's Commentary on Jeremiah 22:2
Sermons on Jeremiah 22:2
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Jesus Above All by R.G. Lee | In this sermon, the speaker reflects on his experience of attending a gathering where they listened to a recording of a singer who had been dead for 30 years. He mentions that duri |
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How to Have a Personal Revival - Part 1 by Andrew Strom | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of four foundational elements for experiencing revival in one's life. These elements are deep repentance, the fear of the Lord |
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(John) Honouring Your Parents by Willie Mullan | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the concept of "perform" and its significance in the story of Jesus. He starts by referencing the story of the angel appearing to Mary and e |
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The Coming King by Chuck Smith | This sermon delves into Revelation 19, highlighting the worship in heaven, the anticipation of the marriage of the Lamb, and the ultimate reign of Jesus Christ as King of kings and |
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002 - the Genealogy of Jesus by David Servant | This sermon delves into the Gospel of Matthew, emphasizing the importance of understanding the continuity between the Old and New Testaments, and the relevance of the life of Jesus |
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Highlights From Isaiah 9:-01 From Darkness to Light by James K. Boswell | In this sermon, the preacher describes a scene where a family attends a church service and the father carries his young son on his shoulder. The preacher emphasizes the symbolism o |
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He Shall Be Great by Walter Wilson | In this sermon, the speaker shares a story about dogs trying to catch a rat to illustrate the desire to escape from a difficult situation. The main message is that no one can make |







