Jeremiah 14:1-7
Summary for Jer 14:1-22: 14:1-22 a This chapter is a three-way conversation among the Lord, Jeremiah, and the people. It was sparked by a serious drought that affected the land.Summary for Jer 14:2-3: 14:2-3 b During a drought, no crops were sold in the markets at the Jerusalem gates. Previous harvests could not be stored long, so starvation threatened the people. Cisterns constructed to collect water dried up, and with no rain, no water was available for drinking or for cooking meals. As a result, a great cry went up from Jerusalem.
Summary for Jer 14:4-6: 14:4-6 c Both people and animals were helpless in the drought.
• The farmers would cover their heads with coarse burlap to express shame, humiliation, and mourning.
Summary for Jer 14:7-9: 14:7-9 d Although the people confessed their sins, they did not turn from their wickedness. They tried to manipulate God into helping them by questioning his love, wisdom, and power, while still claiming the special privilege of being his people.
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