Jeremiah 17:7
Jeremiah 17:7 in Multiple Translations
But blessed is the man who trusts in the LORD, whose confidence is in Him.
Blessed is the man that trusteth in the LORD, and whose hope the LORD is.
Blessed is the man that trusteth in Jehovah, and whose trust Jehovah is.
A blessing is on the man who puts his faith in the Lord, and whose hope the Lord is.
Blessed are those who trust in the Lord, who put their confidence in him.
Blessed be the man, that trusteth in ye Lord, and whose hope the Lord is.
Blessed [is] the man who trusteth in Jehovah, And whose confidence hath been Jehovah.
“Blessed is the man who trusts in the LORD, and whose confidence is in the LORD.
Blessed is the man that trusteth in the LORD, and whose hope the LORD is.
Blessed be the man that trusteth in the Lord, and the Lord shall be his confidence.
But I am pleased with those who trust in me, Yahweh, and who confidently expect me to take care of them.
Berean Amplified Bible — Jeremiah 17:7
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Jeremiah 17:7 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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בָּר֣וּךְ
הַ/גֶּ֔בֶר
אֲשֶׁ֥ר
יִבְטַ֖ח
בַּֽ/יהוָ֑ה
וְ/הָיָ֥ה
יְהוָ֖ה
מִבְטַחֽ/וֹ
בָּר֣וּךְ
bârak
H1288
to bless
V-Qal-Inf-c
הַ/גֶּ֔בֶר
geber
H1397
great man
Art | N-ms
אֲשֶׁ֥ר
ʼăsher
H834
which
Rel
יִבְטַ֖ח
bâṭach
H982
to trust
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
בַּֽ/יהוָ֑ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
Prep | N-proper
וְ/הָיָ֥ה
hâyâh
H1961
to be
Conj | V-Qal-3ms
יְהוָ֖ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
N-proper
מִבְטַחֽ/וֹ
mibṭâch
H4009
confidence
N-ms | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Jeremiah 17:7
בָּר֣וּךְ
bârak
H1288
"to bless"
V-Qal-Inf-c
To bless means to praise or honor God, often by kneeling in worship. In the Bible, people bless God and God blesses people, showing favor and care for them, as seen in the story of Abraham and his descendants.
Definition: 1) to bless, kneel 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to kneel 1a2) to bless 1b) (Niphal) to be blessed, bless oneself 1c) (Piel) to bless 1d) (Pual) to be blessed, be adored 1e) (Hiphil) to cause to kneel 1f) (Hithpael) to bless oneself 2) (TWOT) to praise, salute, curse Aramaic equivalent: be.rakh (בְּרַךְ "to bless" H1289)
Usage: Occurs in 289 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] abundantly, [idiom] altogether, [idiom] at all, blaspheme, bless, congratulate, curse, [idiom] greatly, [idiom] indeed, kneel (down), praise, salute, [idiom] still, thank. See also: Genesis 1:22; Deuteronomy 24:19; Job 2:9.
הַ/גֶּ֔בֶר
geber
H1397
"great man"
Art | N-ms
The Hebrew word for a great man or warrior, emphasizing strength or ability to fight, used to describe a person of valor. It is translated as 'man' or 'mighty' in the KJV. In the Bible, it appears in various contexts, including descriptions of strong leaders.
Definition: man, strong man, warrior (emphasising strength or ability to fight)
Usage: Occurs in 64 OT verses. KJV: every one, man, [idiom] mighty. See also: Exodus 10:11; Psalms 88:5; Psalms 34:9.
אֲשֶׁ֥ר
ʼăsher
H834
"which"
Rel
This Hebrew word is a conjunction that connects ideas and events in the Bible, like in the book of Genesis, where it's used to describe the relationship between God and His creation.
Definition: A: 1) (relative part.) 1a) which, who 1b) that which 2) (conj) 2a) that (in obj clause) 2b) when 2c) since 2d) as 2e) conditional if B: Beth+ 1) in (that) which 2) (adv) 2a) where 3) (conj) 3a) in that, inasmuch as 3b) on account of C: Mem+ 1) from (or than) that which 2) from (the place) where 3) from (the fact) that, since D: Kaph+ 1) (conj.), according as, as, when 1a) according to that which, according as, as 1b) with a causal force: in so far as, since 1c) with a temporal force: when
Usage: Occurs in 4440 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] after, [idiom] alike, as (soon as), because, [idiom] every, for, [phrase] forasmuch, [phrase] from whence, [phrase] how(-soever), [idiom] if, (so) that ((thing) which, wherein), [idiom] though, [phrase] until, [phrase] whatsoever, when, where ([phrase] -as, -in, -of, -on, -soever, -with), which, whilst, [phrase] whither(-soever), who(-m, -soever, -se). As it is indeclinable, it is often accompanied by the personal pronoun expletively, used to show the connection. See also: Genesis 1:7; Genesis 20:9; Genesis 31:16.
יִבְטַ֖ח
bâṭach
H982
"to trust"
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
To trust means to have confidence or faith in something or someone, like the Israelites trusting in God to lead them through the desert, as seen in Psalm 23.
Definition: 1) to trust 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to trust, trust in 1a2) to have confidence, be confident 1a3) to be bold 1a4) to be secure 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to cause to trust, make secure 2) (TWOT) to feel safe, be careless
Usage: Occurs in 117 OT verses. KJV: be bold (confident, secure, sure), careless (one, woman), put confidence, (make to) hope, (put, make to) trust. See also: Deuteronomy 28:52; Psalms 118:8; Psalms 4:6.
בַּֽ/יהוָ֑ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
"The Lord"
Prep | 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.
וְ/הָיָ֥ה
hâyâh
H1961
"to be"
Conj | V-Qal-3ms
The Hebrew word for to be means to exist or come into being. It is used to describe something that happens or comes to pass, like in Genesis where God creates the world.
Definition: 1) to be, become, come to pass, exist, happen, fall out 1a) (Qal) 1a1) --- 1a1a) to happen, fall out, occur, take place, come about, come to pass 1a1b) to come about, come to pass 1a2) to come into being, become 1a2a) to arise, appear, come 1a2b) to become 1a2b1) to become 1a2b2) to become like 1a2b3) to be instituted, be established 1a3) to be 1a3a) to exist, be in existence 1a3b) to abide, remain, continue (with word of place or time) 1a3c) to stand, lie, be in, be at, be situated (with word of locality) 1a3d) to accompany, be with 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to occur, come to pass, be done, be brought about 1b2) to be done, be finished, be gone
Usage: Occurs in 3131 OT verses. KJV: beacon, [idiom] altogether, be(-come), accomplished, committed, like), break, cause, come (to pass), do, faint, fall, [phrase] follow, happen, [idiom] have, last, pertain, quit (one-) self, require, [idiom] use. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 17:4; Genesis 36:11.
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.
מִבְטַחֽ/וֹ
mibṭâch
H4009
"confidence"
N-ms | Suff
Mibtach means a place of trust or confidence, like a refuge where one can feel secure and assured.
Definition: 1) trust, confidence, refuge 1a) act of confiding 1b) object of confidence 1c) state of confidence, security
Usage: Occurs in 15 OT verses. KJV: confidence, hope, sure, trust. See also: Job 8:14; Proverbs 21:22; Psalms 40:5.
Study Notes — Jeremiah 17:7
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- Context
- Cross References
- Jeremiah 17:7 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Jeremiah 17:7
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Jeremiah 17:7
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Jeremiah 17:7
- Trapp's Commentary on Jeremiah 17:7
- Ellicott's Commentary on Jeremiah 17:7
- Cambridge Bible on Jeremiah 17:7
- Whedon's Commentary on Jeremiah 17:7
- Sermons on Jeremiah 17:7
Context — The Sin and Punishment of Judah
5This is what the LORD says: “Cursed is the man who trusts in mankind, who makes mere flesh his strength and turns his heart from the LORD.
6He will be like a shrub in the desert; he will not see when prosperity comes. He will dwell in the parched places of the desert, in a salt land where no one lives.
7But blessed is the man who trusts in the LORD, whose confidence is in Him.
8He is like a tree planted by the waters that sends out its roots toward the stream. It does not fear when the heat comes, and its leaves are always green. It does not worry in a year of drought, nor does it cease to produce fruit. 9The heart is deceitful above all things and beyond cure. Who can understand it?Cross References
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| 1 | Isaiah 26:3–4 | You will keep in perfect peace the steadfast of mind, because he trusts in You. Trust in the LORD forever, because GOD the LORD is the Rock eternal. |
| 2 | Psalms 34:8 | Taste and see that the LORD is good; blessed is the man who takes refuge in Him! |
| 3 | Psalms 40:4 | Blessed is the man who has made the LORD his trust, who has not turned to the proud, nor to those who lapse into falsehood. |
| 4 | Psalms 125:1 | Those who trust in the LORD are like Mount Zion. It cannot be moved; it abides forever. |
| 5 | Isaiah 30:18 | Therefore the LORD longs to be gracious to you; therefore He rises to show you compassion, for the LORD is a just God. Blessed are all who wait for Him. |
| 6 | Proverbs 16:20 | Whoever heeds instruction will find success, and blessed is he who trusts in the LORD. |
| 7 | Psalms 84:12 | O LORD of Hosts, how blessed is the man who trusts in You! |
| 8 | Psalms 146:5 | Blessed is he whose help is the God of Jacob, whose hope is in the LORD his God, |
| 9 | Psalms 2:12 | Kiss the Son, lest He be angry and you perish in your rebellion, when His wrath ignites in an instant. Blessed are all who take refuge in Him. |
| 10 | Ephesians 1:12 | in order that we, who were the first to hope in Christ, would be for the praise of His glory. |
Jeremiah 17:7 Summary
[This verse is saying that when we put our trust and confidence in God, we are blessed, which means we experience happiness and fulfillment. This is because God is our rock and our salvation, as stated in Psalm 62:2, and when we trust in Him, we can have peace and hope, no matter what is happening in our lives. By trusting in God, we can experience the joy and freedom that comes from knowing we are loved and cared for by our Creator, as described in John 3:16 and Romans 8:1.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to trust in the LORD?
Trusting in the LORD means putting your faith and confidence in Him, rather than in people or things, as seen in Jeremiah 17:5, where trusting in mankind is contrasted with trusting in God, and also in Proverbs 3:5, which instructs us to trust in the LORD with all our heart.
How can I have confidence in God?
Having confidence in God comes from knowing His character and promises, such as His love and faithfulness, as expressed in Psalm 100:5, and from experiencing His presence and work in your life, as described in Romans 8:28.
What is the difference between trusting in God and trusting in myself or others?
Trusting in God is about relying on His power, wisdom, and goodness, whereas trusting in yourself or others is about relying on human strength and understanding, which is limited and fallible, as seen in Jeremiah 17:5-6, where the consequences of trusting in mankind are described.
How can I apply this verse to my everyday life?
You can apply this verse by choosing to trust in God in every situation, big or small, and by seeking to deepen your relationship with Him through prayer, reading His Word, and obeying His commands, as encouraged in Deuteronomy 31:6 and Matthew 22:37-40.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I am trusting in myself or others instead of God, and how can I begin to shift my trust to Him?
- How has God shown Himself faithful in my life in the past, and how can I remember and apply those experiences to my current challenges?
- What are some promises or truths from God's Word that I can cling to when I feel unsure or afraid, and how can I use those to build my confidence in Him?
- In what ways can I demonstrate my trust in God to those around me, and how can I be a blessing to others as a result of my trust in Him?
Gill's Exposition on Jeremiah 17:7
Blessed is the man that trusteth in the Lord,.... In the Word of the Lord, as the Targum, in Christ the essential Word of God; see Psalms 2:12 who have a spiritual knowledge of him, and so trust in
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Jeremiah 17:7
Blessed is the man that trusteth in the LORD, and whose hope the LORD is. Blessed is the man that trusteth in the Lord - (Psalms 34:8; Proverbs 16:20; Isaiah 30:18, "Blessed are all they that wait for him").
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Jeremiah 17:7
Trusting in the Lord necessarily implieth also a walking close with him, and not in heart departing from him; for it is naturally impossible that any should repose a confidence in another for any good things, which that other hath promised under any condition, without some satisfaction in himself that he hath in some measure fulfilled the condition upon which the promise is made. But that man that truly trusteth and hopeth in the Lord is and shall be a blessed man.
Trapp's Commentary on Jeremiah 17:7
Jeremiah 17:7 Blessed [is] the man that trusteth in the LORD, and whose hope the LORD is.Ver. 7. Blessed is the man that trusteth in the Lord.] See on Jeremiah 17:5 Psalms 25:12; Psalms 32:10; Psalms 34:8; Psalms 84:12; Psalms 125:1; Psalms 146:5, where David. having entered a caveat against creature confidence, persuadeth people, by trusting in God alone, to provide for their own safety and happiness. See Nahum 1:7. Such shall have marvellous lovingkindness from God, above all that can be uttered (Psalms 31:19; see Proverbs 28:25).
Ellicott's Commentary on Jeremiah 17:7
(7) Blessed is the man . . .—The words that follow in Jeremiah 17:8 are almost a paraphrase of Psa 1:3. and, we may well believe, were suggested by them. The prophet has, as it were, his own Ebal and Gerizim: trust in God inheriting the blessing, and distrust the curse.
Cambridge Bible on Jeremiah 17:7
7. hope] lit. as mg. trust.
Whedon's Commentary on Jeremiah 17:7
7, 8. Blessed… trusteth — The blessedness of trusting in God heightens by contrast the curse of trusting in man. Mark the particulars of this contrast. One is a solitary, worthless shrub; the other a tree.
Sermons on Jeremiah 17:7
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A Time to Do Nothng but Trust by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the story of Jonathan and the Israelites facing a massive army of Philistines. The Israelites were greatly outnumbered and lacked weapons, lea |
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The God of Hope by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of having hope and joy in the midst of a hopeless world. He encourages the congregation to live in hope and to rely on the Ho |
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Let God Always Be Your Strength - Wedding by Erlo Stegen | In this sermon, the preacher begins by praying for the presence of Jesus, just like at the wedding of Cana where the wine Jesus provided was better than the earthly wine. The preac |
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Jesus Our Hope - Part 2 by Roy Hession | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the hope that Jesus brings to the hopeless. He uses the analogy of a tree that can sprout again even if it is cut down, highlighting the res |
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Lessons From the Chinese Bamboo Tree by Sandeep Poonen | This sermon emphasizes the importance of patience, obedience, and faithfulness in our Christian journey, drawing parallels to Jesus' 33 years of waiting patiently and living a sinl |
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(Through the Bible) Genesis - Part 2 by Zac Poonen | This sermon delves into the life of Abraham, showcasing his journey of faith, obedience, and the consequences of both listening to God and following human advice. It emphasizes the |
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Blessed Is the Man by A.B. Simpson | A.B. Simpson emphasizes the characteristics of a blessed man, focusing on his associations, thoughts, and the fruitfulness of his life. This man avoids the influence of the ungodly |