Jeremiah 26:5
Jeremiah 26:5 in Multiple Translations
and if you do not listen to the words of My servants the prophets, whom I have sent you again and again even though you did not listen,
To hearken to the words of my servants the prophets, whom I sent unto you, both rising up early, and sending them, but ye have not hearkened;
to hearken to the words of my servants the prophets, whom I send unto you, even rising up early and sending them, but ye have not hearkened;
And give ear to the words of my servants the prophets whom I send to you, getting up early and sending them, though you gave no attention;
and if you don't listen to the messages of my servants the prophets—I've sent them to you time and again, but you refused to listen—
And to heare ye wordes of my seruants the Prophets, whome I sent vnto you, both rising vp earely, and sending them, and will not obey them,
To hearken to the words of My servants the prophets, whom I am sending unto you, yea, rising early and sending, and ye have not hearkened,
to listen to the words of my servants the prophets whom I send to you, even rising up early and sending them—but you have not listened—
To hearken to the words of my servants the prophets, whom I have sent to you, both rising early, and sending them , but ye have not hearkened;
To give ear to the words of my servants the prophets, whom I sent to you rising up early: and sending, and you have not hearkened:
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Study Notes — Jeremiah 26:5
- Context
- Cross References
- Jeremiah 26:5 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Jeremiah 26:5
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Jeremiah 26:5
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Jeremiah 26:5
- Trapp's Commentary on Jeremiah 26:5
- Ellicott's Commentary on Jeremiah 26:5
- Cambridge Bible on Jeremiah 26:5
- Sermons on Jeremiah 26:5
Context — A Warning to the Cities of Judah
5and if you do not listen to the words of My servants the prophets, whom I have sent you again and again even though you did not listen,
6then I will make this house like Shiloh, and I will make this city an object of cursing among all the nations of the earth.’” 7Now the priests and prophets and all the people heard Jeremiah speaking these words in the house of the LORD,Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Jeremiah 11:7 | For from the time I brought your fathers out of the land of Egypt until today, I strongly warned them again and again, saying, ‘Obey My voice.’ |
| 2 | 2 Kings 9:7 | And you are to strike down the house of your master Ahab, so that I may avenge the blood of My servants the prophets and the blood of all the servants of the LORD shed by the hand of Jezebel. |
| 3 | Jeremiah 7:13 | And now, because you have done all these things, declares the LORD, and because I have spoken to you again and again but you would not listen, and I have called to you but you would not answer, |
| 4 | Jeremiah 25:3–4 | “From the thirteenth year of Josiah son of Amon king of Judah until this very day—twenty-three years—the word of the LORD has come to me, and I have spoken to you again and again, but you have not listened. And the LORD has sent all His servants the prophets to you again and again, but you have not listened or inclined your ear to hear. |
| 5 | Jeremiah 7:25 | From the day your fathers came out of the land of Egypt until this day, I have sent you all My servants the prophets again and again. |
| 6 | Ezra 9:11 | that You gave through Your servants the prophets, saying: ‘The land that you are entering to possess is a land polluted by the impurity of its peoples and the abominations with which they have filled it from end to end. |
| 7 | Ezekiel 38:17 | This is what the Lord GOD says: Are you the one of whom I have spoken in former days through My servants, the prophets of Israel, who in those times prophesied for years that I would bring you against them? |
| 8 | Revelation 10:7 | But in the days of the voice of the seventh angel, when he is about to sound his trumpet, the mystery of God will be fulfilled, just as He proclaimed to His servants the prophets.” |
| 9 | Daniel 9:6–10 | We have not listened to Your servants the prophets, who spoke in Your name to our kings, leaders, and fathers, and to all the people of the land. To You, O Lord, belongs righteousness, but this day we are covered with shame—the men of Judah, the people of Jerusalem, and all Israel near and far, in all the countries to which You have driven us because of our unfaithfulness to You. O LORD, we are covered with shame—our kings, our leaders, and our fathers—because we have sinned against You. To the Lord our God belong compassion and forgiveness, even though we have rebelled against Him and have not obeyed the voice of the LORD our God to walk in His laws, which He set before us through His servants the prophets. |
| 10 | Amos 3:7 | Surely the Lord GOD does nothing without revealing His plan to His servants the prophets. |
Jeremiah 26:5 Summary
This verse is saying that God wants us to listen to the messages He sends us through His prophets, as seen in Jeremiah 26:5. If we don't listen, we might face serious consequences, like God's judgment (as warned in Hebrews 12:11). But if we do listen and obey, we can experience God's love and restoration, as promised in Psalm 119:68. By listening to God's voice and following His ways, we can avoid the pitfalls of disobedience and walk in the path of righteousness, just like God desires for us (as stated in Deuteronomy 10:12-13).
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to listen to the words of God's servants the prophets?
To listen to the words of God's servants the prophets means to hear and obey the messages they bring from God, as seen in Jeremiah 26:5, and to trust in His goodness and sovereignty, as stated in Psalm 119:68.
Why did God send prophets to His people again and again?
God sent prophets to His people again and again because He is a loving and patient God who desires their repentance and restoration, as seen in Jeremiah 26:5 and 2 Peter 3:9.
What happens if we do not listen to the words of God's servants the prophets?
If we do not listen to the words of God's servants the prophets, we risk facing God's judgment and discipline, as warned in Jeremiah 26:5 and Hebrews 12:11.
How can we apply this verse to our lives today?
We can apply this verse to our lives today by being attentive to the teachings of God's Word and the guidance of His Spirit, as seen in Jeremiah 26:5 and John 16:13, and by being obedient to His will.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can listen more intently to God's voice in my life, and what are the potential consequences of not listening?
- How can I discern whether a message is truly from God or just a human opinion, and what role do God's servants the prophets play in this process?
- In what ways have I seen God's patience and loving-kindness in my own life, and how can I respond to His love with obedience and trust?
- What are some areas in my life where I need to repent and turn back to God, and how can I take practical steps towards restoration and renewal?
Gill's Exposition on Jeremiah 26:5
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Jeremiah 26:5
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Jeremiah 26:5
Trapp's Commentary on Jeremiah 26:5
Ellicott's Commentary on Jeremiah 26:5
Cambridge Bible on Jeremiah 26:5
Sermons on Jeremiah 26:5
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When God Seems Powerless by Erlo Stegen | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the lamentation of the people of God, Judah and Jerusalem, who were focused on their own troubles and loss but failed to recognize the evil o |
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Sermon Proof Christians by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the speaker begins by directing the congregation to raise their hands and guiding them to a place of prayer. He quotes a verse from the Bible about prayer and suppl |
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Learn Not the Way of the Heathen - Part 2 by Joshua Daniel | This sermon by Joshua Daniel emphasizes the importance of not following the ways of the world but seeking the touch of God's fire to cleanse and purify our hearts. It warns against |
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Hearing the Voice of God by A.W. Tozer | A.W. Tozer emphasizes the importance of being willing to hear the voice of God, reflecting on the historical rejection of prophets and wise men sent by God. He highlights Jesus' la |
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(Rebuilding the House of the Lord) 1. Revival Regeneration by Roy Hession | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of brokenness and humility before God. He explains that God's contest with us is not primarily about sin, but about our refus |
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(Daniel) the Prayer of a Prevailing Prophet by Willie Mullan | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the prayer of Daniel in the book of Daniel. He emphasizes the importance of seeking after God's ear, hand, face, and eyes through prayer. Th |
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Victory 101 by Robert Wurtz II | Robert Wurtz II emphasizes the critical nature of genuine repentance as the foundation for a victorious Christian life. He draws parallels between the construction of a strong buil |







