Jeremiah 13:15
Jeremiah 13:15 in Multiple Translations
Listen and give heed. Do not be arrogant, for the LORD has spoken.
¶ Hear ye, and give ear; be not proud: for the LORD hath spoken.
Hear ye, and give ear; be not proud; for Jehovah hath spoken.
Give ear and let your ears be open; be not lifted up: for these are the words of the Lord.
Listen and pay attention. Don't be arrogant, for the Lord has spoken.
Heare and giue eare, be not proude: for the Lord hath spoken it.
Hear, and give ear — be not haughty, For Jehovah hath spoken.
Hear, and give ear. Don’t be proud, for the LORD has spoken.
Hear ye, and give ear; be not proud: for the LORD hath spoken.
Hear ye, and give ear: Be not proud, for the Lord hath spoken.
You people of Judah, pay very careful attention [DOU]. Do not be proud, because Yahweh has spoken to you.
Berean Amplified Bible — Jeremiah 13:15
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Jeremiah 13:15 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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שִׁמְע֥וּ
וְ/הַאֲזִ֖ינוּ
אַל
תִּגְבָּ֑הוּ
כִּ֥י
יְהוָ֖ה
דִּבֵּֽר
שִׁמְע֥וּ
shâmaʻ
H8085
to hear
V-Qal-Impv-2mp
וְ/הַאֲזִ֖ינוּ
ʼâzan
H238
to listen
Conj | V-Hiphil-Impv-2mp
אַל
ʼal
H408
not
Part
תִּגְבָּ֑הוּ
gâbahh
H1361
to exult
V-Qal-Juss-2mp
כִּ֥י
kîy
H3588
for
Conj
יְהוָ֖ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
N-proper
דִּבֵּֽר
dâbar
H1696
to speak
V-Piel-Perf-3ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — Jeremiah 13:15
שִׁמְע֥וּ
shâmaʻ
H8085
"to hear"
V-Qal-Impv-2mp
To hear and listen is what this Hebrew word means, often implying attention and obedience. In Exodus and Deuteronomy, it is used when God speaks to the people, and they must listen and obey.
Definition: : hear v 1) to hear, listen to, obey 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to hear (perceive by ear) 1a2) to hear of or concerning 1a3) to hear (have power to hear) 1a4) to hear with attention or interest, listen to 1a5) to understand (language) 1a6) to hear (of judicial cases) 1a7) to listen, give heed 1a7a) to consent, agree 1a7b) to grant request 1a8) to listen to, yield to 1a9) to obey, be obedient 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be heard (of voice or sound) 1b2) to be heard of 1b3) to be regarded, be obeyed 1c) (Piel) to cause to hear, call to hear, summon 1d) (Hiphil) 1d1) to cause to hear, tell, proclaim, utter a sound 1d2) to sound aloud (musical term) 1d3) to make proclamation, summon 1d4) to cause to be heard n m 2) sound
Usage: Occurs in 1072 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] attentively, call (gather) together, [idiom] carefully, [idiom] certainly, consent, consider, be content, declare, [idiom] diligently, discern, give ear, (cause to, let, make to) hear(-ken, tell), [idiom] indeed, listen, make (a) noise, (be) obedient, obey, perceive, (make a) proclaim(-ation), publish, regard, report, shew (forth), (make a) sound, [idiom] surely, tell, understand, whosoever (heareth), witness. See also: Genesis 3:8; Exodus 32:18; Deuteronomy 27:9.
וְ/הַאֲזִ֖ינוּ
ʼâzan
H238
"to listen"
Conj | V-Hiphil-Impv-2mp
To listen or hear is the meaning of this Hebrew word, often implying obedience or paying attention to what is being said, as in 1 Kings 3:9.
Definition: 1) to hear, listen 1a) (Hiphil) 1a1) to hear, listen, give ear 1a2) to be obedient, harken 1a3) to hear or listen to prayers (of God)
Usage: Occurs in 41 OT verses. KJV: give (perceive by the) ear, hear(-ken). See H239 (אָזַן). See also: Genesis 4:23; Psalms 77:2; Psalms 5:2.
אַל
ʼal
H408
"not"
Part
Means not or nothing, used to express negation, as in the phrase do not or let not be.
Definition: 1) not, no, nor, neither, nothing (as wish or preference) 1a) do not, let not (with a verb) 1b) let there not be (with a verb understood) 1c) not, no (with substantive) 1d) nothing (as substantive) Aramaic equivalent: al (אַל "not" H0409)
Usage: Occurs in 572 OT verses. KJV: nay, neither, [phrase] never, no, nor, not, nothing (worth), rather than. See also: Genesis 13:8; Joshua 11:6; 1 Chronicles 22:13.
תִּגְבָּ֑הוּ
gâbahh
H1361
"to exult"
V-Qal-Juss-2mp
To exult means to feel proud or haughty, like being lofty or high, as described in Psalms where God's ways are lofty and good.
Definition: 1) to be high, be exalted 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to be high, lofty, tall 1a2) to be exalted 1a3) to be lofty 1a3a) to be lofty (of Jehovah's ways-good sense) 1a3b) to be haughty, be arrogant (bad sense) 1b) (Hiphil) to make high, exalt
Usage: Occurs in 33 OT verses. KJV: exalt, be haughty, be (make) high(-er), lift up, mount up, be proud, raise up great height, upward. See also: 1 Samuel 10:23; Isaiah 7:11; Psalms 103:11.
כִּ֥י
kîy
H3588
"for"
Conj
A conjunction used to show cause or connection, as in Genesis 2:23 where Adam says the woman is bone of his bone because she was taken out of him. It is often translated as 'for', 'because', or 'since'.
Definition: 1) that, for, because, when, as though, as, because that, but, then, certainly, except, surely, since 1a) that 1a1) yea, indeed 1b) when (of time) 1b1) when, if, though (with a concessive force) 1c) because, since (causal connection) 1d) but (after negative) 1e) that if, for if, indeed if, for though, but if 1f) but rather, but 1g) except that 1h) only, nevertheless 1i) surely 1j) that is 1k) but if 1l) for though 1m) forasmuch as, for therefore
Usage: Occurs in 3910 OT verses. KJV: and, + (forasmuch, inasmuch, where-) as, assured(-ly), + but, certainly, doubtless, + else, even, + except, for, how, (because, in, so, than) that, + nevertheless, now, rightly, seeing, since, surely, then, therefore, + (al-) though, + till, truly, + until, when, whether, while, whom, yea, yet. See also: Genesis 1:4; Genesis 26:16; Genesis 42:15.
יְהוָ֖ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
"The Lord"
N-proper
Yehovah is another name for God, often translated as 'the Lord'. It is a national name for God in the Jewish faith. This name is used throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: Another name of ye.ru.sha.laim (יְרוּשָׁלִַ֫ם, יְרוּשְׁלֵם "Jerusalem" H3389)
Usage: Occurs in 5522 OT verses. KJV: Jehovah, the Lord. Compare H3050 (יָהּ), H3069 (יְהֹוִה). See also: Genesis 2:4; Genesis 24:42; Exodus 8:8.
דִּבֵּֽר
dâbar
H1696
"to speak"
V-Piel-Perf-3ms
To speak or communicate, like God speaking to Moses in Exodus or a king commanding his people. It can also mean to promise or warn someone.
Definition: : speak/tell/command 1) to speak, declare, converse, command, promise, warn, threaten, sing 1a) (Qal) to speak 1b) (Niphal) to speak with one another, talk 1c) (Piel) 1c1) to speak 1c2) to promise 1d) (Pual) to be spoken 1e) (Hithpael) to speak 1f) (Hiphil) to lead away, put to flight
Usage: Occurs in 1049 OT verses. KJV: answer, appoint, bid, command, commune, declare, destroy, give, name, promise, pronounce, rehearse, say, speak, be spokesman, subdue, talk, teach, tell, think, use (entreaties), utter, [idiom] well, [idiom] work. See also: Genesis 8:15; Exodus 12:25; Leviticus 23:9.
Study Notes — Jeremiah 13:15
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- Jeremiah 13:15 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Jeremiah 13:15
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Jeremiah 13:15
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Jeremiah 13:15
- Trapp's Commentary on Jeremiah 13:15
- Ellicott's Commentary on Jeremiah 13:15
- Cambridge Bible on Jeremiah 13:15
- Barnes' Notes on Jeremiah 13:15
- Whedon's Commentary on Jeremiah 13:15
- Sermons on Jeremiah 13:15
Context — Captivity Threatened
13then you are to tell them that this is what the LORD says: ‘I am going to fill with drunkenness all who live in this land—the kings who sit on David’s throne, the priests, the prophets, and all the people of Jerusalem.
14I will smash them against one another, fathers and sons alike, declares the LORD. I will allow no mercy or pity or compassion to keep Me from destroying them.’”
15Listen and give heed. Do not be arrogant, for the LORD has spoken.
16Give glory to the LORD your God before He brings darkness, before your feet stumble on the dusky mountains. You wait for light, but He turns it into deep gloom and thick darkness. 17But if you do not listen, I will weep in secret because of your pride. My eyes will overflow with tears, because the LORD’s flock has been taken captive.Cross References
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| 1 | Isaiah 28:14–22 | Therefore hear the word of the LORD, O scoffers who rule this people in Jerusalem. For you said, “We have made a covenant with death; we have fashioned an agreement with Sheol. When the overwhelming scourge passes through it will not touch us, because we have made lies our refuge and falsehood our hiding place.” So this is what the Lord GOD says: “See, I lay a stone in Zion, a tested stone, a precious cornerstone, a sure foundation; the one who believes will never be shaken. I will make justice the measuring line and righteousness the level. Hail will sweep away your refuge of lies, and water will flood your hiding place. Your covenant with death will be dissolved, and your agreement with Sheol will not stand. When the overwhelming scourge passes through, you will be trampled by it. As often as it passes through, it will carry you away; it will sweep through morning after morning, by day and by night.” The understanding of this message will bring sheer terror. Indeed, the bed is too short to stretch out on, and the blanket too small to wrap around you. For the LORD will rise up as at Mount Perazim. He will rouse Himself as in the Valley of Gibeon, to do His work, His strange work, and to perform His task, His disturbing task. So now, do not mock, or your shackles will become heavier. Indeed, I have heard from the Lord GOD of Hosts a decree of destruction against the whole land. |
| 2 | Revelation 2:29 | He who has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the churches. |
| 3 | Acts 4:19–20 | But Peter and John replied, “Judge for yourselves whether it is right in God’s sight to listen to you rather than God. For we cannot stop speaking about what we have seen and heard.” |
| 4 | James 4:10 | Humble yourselves before the Lord, and He will exalt you. |
| 5 | Isaiah 42:23 | Who among you will pay attention to this? Who will listen and obey hereafter? |
| 6 | Joel 1:2 | Hear this, O elders; and give ear, all who dwell in the land. Has anything like this ever happened in your days or in the days of your fathers? |
| 7 | Jeremiah 26:15 | But know for certain that if you put me to death, you will bring innocent blood upon yourselves, upon this city, and upon its residents; for truly the LORD has sent me to speak all these words in your hearing.” |
| 8 | Amos 7:15 | But the LORD took me from following the flock and said to me, ‘Go, prophesy to My people Israel.’ |
Jeremiah 13:15 Summary
[Jeremiah 13:15 is a call to listen to and obey God's voice, and to avoid being arrogant or proud. This means being humble and paying attention to what God is saying to us, as encouraged in Psalm 119:105 and Matthew 4:4. By listening to and obeying God's commands, we can avoid the dangers of pride and destruction, as warned in Proverbs 16:18 and 1 Peter 5:5-6. As we read in Jeremiah 13:15, 'Listen and give heed. Do not be arrogant, for the Lord has spoken,' we are reminded to prioritize God's voice and obey His commands, as seen in John 10:27 and Revelation 2:7.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to 'give heed' in Jeremiah 13:15?
To give heed means to pay attention and listen carefully to what the Lord is saying, as seen in Jeremiah 13:15, and to obey His commands, as encouraged in Deuteronomy 28:1-2 and Matthew 7:24-27.
Why is arrogance a significant issue in this verse?
Arrogance is a significant issue because it prevents us from listening to and obeying God's commands, as stated in Jeremiah 13:15, and can lead to destruction, as warned in Proverbs 16:18 and 1 Peter 5:5-6.
What is the significance of the phrase 'for the Lord has spoken'?
The phrase 'for the Lord has spoken' emphasizes the authority and importance of God's words, as seen in Jeremiah 13:15, and reminds us that His commands should be obeyed, as stated in Isaiah 55:11 and Luke 11:28.
How can we apply this verse to our daily lives?
We can apply Jeremiah 13:15 to our daily lives by being humble, listening to God's voice, and obeying His commands, as encouraged in James 4:6-10 and 1 John 2:3-6, and by avoiding arrogance and pride, as warned in 1 Corinthians 13:4 and Galatians 6:14.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I need to listen and give heed to God's voice?
- How can I cultivate humility and avoid arrogance in my daily interactions with others?
- What are some specific commands or teachings from God's Word that I need to obey today?
- How can I prioritize listening to and obeying God's voice in the midst of a busy and distracting world?
- What are some potential consequences of not listening to and obeying God's commands, as seen in Jeremiah 13:15 and other scriptures?
Gill's Exposition on Jeremiah 13:15
Hear ye, and give ear,.... Both to what goes before, and what follows after.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Jeremiah 13:15
Hear ye, and give ear; be not proud: for the LORD hath spoken. Be not proud - pride was the cause of their contumacy, as humility is the first step to obedience (Jeremiah 13:17; Psalms 10:4).
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Jeremiah 13:15
God ordinarily subjoineth exhortation and counsel to his reproof, if peradventure people will change their hearts and ways. Having threatened them, therefore the prophet speaketh to them, that they would yet hear, and that not formally, but give ear; not exalting themselves against God, and nourishing a vain confidence or presumptuous hopes, and going on in their rebellious courses, despising him and others, who were but the Lord’ s prophets and his messengers unto them. The word which we bring is not ours, it is the Lord that hath spoken by us.
Trapp's Commentary on Jeremiah 13:15
Jeremiah 13:15 Hear ye, and give ear; be not proud: for the LORD hath spoken.Ver. 15. Hear, and give ear.] Or, Hear and hearken, be not naughty. Here the prophet calleth upon them again to repent, and to that end to listen diligently, and to lay aside the highness of their hearts and the stoutness of their stomachs, since it is the Lord that speaketh. "The lion roareth; who can but fear?" Repentance is the Removens prohibens, as being founded in humility, and wrought by the word preached.
Ellicott's Commentary on Jeremiah 13:15
(15) Be not proud.—With special reference to the besetting sin of Judah, as described in Jeremiah 13:9; perhaps also to the character of the symbols applied—the marred girdle and the broken jar—as being in themselves humiliating, and therefore a trial to their pride.
Cambridge Bible on Jeremiah 13:15
15–17. Let Judah beware while there is time The prophet bids them acknowledge Jehovah, by submission and obedience, before they are overtaken by the blackness of national overthrow. Otherwise (says Jeremiah) I will in silent grief witness your ruin.
Barnes' Notes on Jeremiah 13:15
Be not proud - Both the symbols were of a nature very humiliating to the national self-respect.
Whedon's Commentary on Jeremiah 13:15
15. Hear ye, etc. — The earnest words of the prophet entreating attention. Be not proud — Because pride would keep them from profiting by the humbling lessons he had given.
Sermons on Jeremiah 13:15
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Battling the Unbelief of Haughty Spirit by John Piper | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the theme of pride and its opposite, which he identifies as faith. He begins by discussing the role of stewards of God's mysteries and empha |
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God's Way and How to Find It by C.H. Mackintosh | C.H. Mackintosh preaches about the unspeakable mercy of God in providing a clear pathway for His redeemed ones to walk in with certainty and calmness. It is the privilege of every |
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False Refuge by Rolfe Barnard | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the state of the people and how they have turned to lies and falsehood as their refuge. He refers to the scripture that says God has laid a |
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The Consequences of Failing to Know God by Art Katz | Art Katz addresses the tragic assassination of Israeli Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin, emphasizing the dire consequences of a nation that fails to know and trust God. He reflects on |
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The Living Dead by Shane Idleman | The sermon titled 'The Living Dead' delves into the concept of spiritual death, focusing on the danger of being spiritually dead while appearing alive. It emphasizes the need to re |
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Humble Yourself by Leonard Ravenhill | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the urgency of accepting God's call and the consequences of rejecting it. He shares stories of revival meetings where people were deeply mov |
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If Jesus Wasn't God by John Ankerberg | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the difficulty of deriving historical facts from the legends and descriptions of miracles performed by Jesus. He uses an analogy of a whisperi |