Jer 10:17 | MHM | STEP | Lamentation of Judah; Sovereignty of Divine Providence; Prophetic Imprecations. In this section, Jeremiah warns the people of Judah that disaster is coming soon. He tells them to get ready to leave their land and accept that judgment is near. The prophet also describes the sorrow and pain the people will feel, and he points out that the leaders have failed to guide and protect them. Finally, Jeremiah prays to God, recognizing His control over everything, and asks for mercy on Israel but judgment on their enemies. v. 17 : The people are told to gather their belongings and be ready to leave the land. They should not feel secure, because soon they will be forced out. Jeremiah warns them to prepare for captivity, as their nation is no longer a safe home (Jeremiah 10:17; Micah 2:10 ).

‏ Jeremiah 10:17

Lamentation of Judah; Sovereignty of Divine Providence; Prophetic Imprecations.

In this section, Jeremiah warns the people of Judah that disaster is coming soon. He tells them to get ready to leave their land and accept that judgment is near. The prophet also describes the sorrow and pain the people will feel, and he points out that the leaders have failed to guide and protect them. Finally, Jeremiah prays to God, recognizing His control over everything, and asks for mercy on Israel but judgment on their enemies.

v. 17: The people are told to gather their belongings and be ready to leave the land. They should not feel secure, because soon they will be forced out. Jeremiah warns them to prepare for captivity, as their nation is no longer a safe home (Jeremiah 10:17; Micah 2:10 ^a).