Jeremiah 10:14
Jeremiah 10:14 in Multiple Translations
Every man is senseless and devoid of knowledge; every goldsmith is put to shame by his idols. For his molten images are a fraud, and there is no breath in them.
Every man is brutish in his knowledge: every founder is confounded by the graven image: for his molten image is falsehood, and there is no breath in them.
Every man is become brutish and is without knowledge; every goldsmith is put to shame by his graven image; for his molten image is falsehood, and there is no breath in them.
Then every man becomes like a beast without knowledge; every gold-worker is put to shame by the image he has made: for his metal image is deceit, and there is no breath in them.
Everyone is stupid; they don't know anything. Every metalworker is embarrassed by the idols they make. For their images made of molten metal are fraudulent—they're not alive!
Euery man is a beast by his owne knowledge: euery founder is confounded by the grauen image: for his melting is but falsehood, and there is no breath therein.
Brutish is every man by knowledge, Put to shame is every refiner by a graven image, For false [is] his molten image. And there is no breath in them.
Every man has become brutish and without knowledge. Every goldsmith is disappointed by his engraved image; for his molten image is falsehood, and there is no breath in them.
Every man is brutish in his knowledge: every founder is confounded by the graven image: for his molten image is falsehood, and there is no breath in them.
Every man is become a fool for knowledge every artist is confounded in his graven idol: for what he hath cast is false, and there is no spirit in them.
People are senseless and know very little [HYP]; those who make idols are always disappointed because their idols do nothing for them. The images/statues that they make are not real gods; they are lifeless.
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Study Notes — Jeremiah 10:14
- Context
- Cross References
- Jeremiah 10:14 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Jeremiah 10:14
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Jeremiah 10:14
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Jeremiah 10:14
- Trapp's Commentary on Jeremiah 10:14
- Ellicott's Commentary on Jeremiah 10:14
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Jeremiah 10:14
- Cambridge Bible on Jeremiah 10:14
- Barnes' Notes on Jeremiah 10:14
- Whedon's Commentary on Jeremiah 10:14
- Sermons on Jeremiah 10:14
Context — The Sovereignty of God
14Every man is senseless and devoid of knowledge; every goldsmith is put to shame by his idols. For his molten images are a fraud, and there is no breath in them.
15They are worthless, a work to be mocked. In the time of their punishment they will perish. 16The Portion of Jacob is not like these, for He is the Maker of all things, and Israel is the tribe of His inheritance— the LORD of Hosts is His name.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Psalms 135:16–18 | They have mouths, but cannot speak; they have eyes, but cannot see; they have ears, but cannot hear; nor is there breath in their mouths. Those who make them become like them, as do all who trust in them. |
| 2 | Psalms 115:4–8 | Their idols are silver and gold, made by the hands of men. They have mouths, but cannot speak; they have eyes, but cannot see; they have ears, but cannot hear; they have noses, but cannot smell; they have hands, but cannot feel; they have feet, but cannot walk; they cannot even clear their throats. Those who make them become like them, as do all who trust in them. |
| 3 | Isaiah 46:7–8 | They lift it to their shoulder and carry it along; they set it in its place, and there it stands, not budging from that spot. They cry out to it, but it does not answer; it saves no one from his troubles. Remember this and be brave; take it to heart, you transgressors! |
| 4 | Habakkuk 2:18–19 | What use is an idol, that a craftsman should carve it— or an image, a teacher of lies? For its maker trusts in his own creation; he makes idols that cannot speak. Woe to him who says to wood, ‘Awake!’ or to silent stone, ‘Arise!’ Can it give guidance? Behold, it is overlaid with gold and silver, yet there is no breath in it at all.” |
| 5 | Isaiah 44:18–20 | They do not comprehend or discern, for He has shut their eyes so they cannot see and closed their minds so they cannot understand. And no one considers in his heart, no one has the knowledge or insight to say, “I burned half of it in the fire, and I baked bread on its coals; I roasted meat and I ate. Shall I make something detestable with the rest of it? Shall I bow down to a block of wood?” He feeds on ashes. His deluded heart has led him astray, and he cannot deliver himself or say, “Is not this thing in my right hand a lie?” |
| 6 | Romans 1:22–23 | Although they claimed to be wise, they became fools, and exchanged the glory of the immortal God for images of mortal man and birds and animals and reptiles. |
| 7 | Jeremiah 51:17–18 | Every man is senseless and devoid of knowledge; every goldsmith is put to shame by his idols. For his molten images are a fraud, and there is no breath in them. They are worthless, a work to be mocked. In the time of their punishment they will perish. |
| 8 | Jeremiah 10:8 | But they are altogether senseless and foolish, instructed by worthless idols made of wood! |
| 9 | Isaiah 42:17 | But those who trust in idols and say to molten images, ‘You are our gods!’ will be turned back in utter shame. |
| 10 | Isaiah 45:16 | They will all be put to shame and humiliated; the makers of idols will depart together in disgrace. |
Jeremiah 10:14 Summary
This verse is saying that people who make idols are foolish because they are worshiping things that have no power or life. The idols are just fake, man-made objects that can't breathe or think, unlike the living God who created the universe, as seen in Jeremiah 10:12-13. We should remember that only God is worthy of our worship, and that He is the one who gives us life and breath, as seen in Genesis 2:7. By trusting in Him, we can avoid the foolishness of idolatry and experience true spiritual life.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean that every man is senseless and devoid of knowledge?
This phrase suggests that humanity is lacking in spiritual understanding and wisdom, as seen in Jeremiah 10:14, and is reminiscent of the foolishness described in Romans 1:22-23, where people exchange the truth of God for a lie.
Why are the goldsmiths put to shame by their idols?
The goldsmiths are put to shame because the idols they create are worthless and have no power, as stated in Jeremiah 10:14, and this is also reflected in Isaiah 44:9-20, where the futility of idol-making is highlighted.
What is meant by 'his molten images are a fraud'?
This phrase indicates that the idols created by human hands are deceitful and have no true value or spiritual significance, as seen in Jeremiah 10:14, and is similar to the warning against idolatry in Deuteronomy 4:15-18.
How does this verse relate to the concept of breath or spirit in the Bible?
The phrase 'there is no breath in them' emphasizes that idols are lifeless and lack the spiritual essence that only God can provide, as seen in Genesis 2:7, where God breathes life into Adam, and in John 20:22, where Jesus breathes the Holy Spirit into the disciples.
Reflection Questions
- In what ways do I prioritize the creation over the Creator, and how can I shift my focus to worshiping God alone?
- What are some modern-day idols that I may be unknowingly worshiping, and how can I identify and reject them?
- How does the fact that idols are 'a work to be mocked' impact my understanding of their power and significance?
- What does it mean for me to trust in the living God, who has 'breath' and 'spirit', rather than in lifeless idols?
Gill's Exposition on Jeremiah 10:14
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Jeremiah 10:14
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Jeremiah 10:14
Trapp's Commentary on Jeremiah 10:14
Ellicott's Commentary on Jeremiah 10:14
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Jeremiah 10:14
Cambridge Bible on Jeremiah 10:14
Barnes' Notes on Jeremiah 10:14
Whedon's Commentary on Jeremiah 10:14
Sermons on Jeremiah 10:14
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Against the Heathen by St. Athanasius | Athanasius preaches against idolatry, highlighting the inconsistency and godlessness of worshipping images and false gods. He questions the rationale behind attributing divine attr |
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Princess Diana’s Funeral as Global Event: A Prophetic Comment by Art Katz | Art Katz reflects on the global response to Princess Diana's funeral, questioning the depth of the adoration and the implications of such fervent devotion. He notes that while Dian |
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Epistle 50 by George Fox | George Fox preaches about dwelling in purity and waiting for the power of God to preserve believers in that purity. He emphasizes knowing the seed of God in one another to overcome |
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Epistle 85 by George Fox | George Fox emphasizes the importance of following the light of Christ to find rest and witness the new covenant, where personal teaching from man is not needed. He urges listeners |
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Broken Cisterns by Chuck Smith | This sermon emphasizes the importance of worshiping the true and living God, highlighting the dangers of seeking fulfillment in broken cisterns, which represent false beliefs and i |
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The Worship of False Gods by Chuck Smith | This sermon delves into the concept of worship and the nature of false gods that people create, such as the pursuit of recognition, pleasure, money, and sex. It emphasizes the impo |
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Man Made God's by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the tragic truth that many people are caught up in idol worship, specifically idols made of silver and gold. He references the book of Deuter |




