Jeremiah 19:14

Ewe (Agbenya La) 2020

Tete Yeremia trɔ tso Tofet, afi si Yehowa dɔe ɖo be wòagblɔ nya ɖi heva tsi tsitre ɖe Yehowa ƒe aƒe la ƒe xɔxɔnu eye wògblɔ na ameha la bena,

What Does This Mean?

Jeremiah returned from a place called Tophet, where God had sent him to deliver a message. He then stood in the temple courtyard and spoke to everyone there. The key message is about God's communication through Jeremiah.

Explained for Children

Imagine Jeremiah is like a messenger who went to a scary place called Tophet to get a message from God. Then, he came back to the temple and shared this important message with everyone, just like you might share news from a secret meeting with your friends.

Historical Background

Jeremiah, the prophet, wrote this during the Babylonian exile around 627-580 BCE. The audience was the people of Judah, who were facing the destruction of Jerusalem due to their disobedience. This was a time of severe judgment and exile.

Living It Out Today

In modern times, imagine a community facing a crisis due to their own mistakes. A trusted leader goes to consult with authorities and then returns to share critical messages that could help turn things around, just as Jeremiah did for his people.

Topics

• prophecy
• obedience
• judgment
• revelation
• leadership
• hope

Related Verses

• Exodus 7:4
• Isaiah 20:3
• Matthew 10:16
• Luke 12:47
• Acts 20:24

Recommended Reading

Commentary Jeremiah Commentaries → Get This Bible Ewe (Agbenya La) Study Bible →

Frequently Asked Questions

Why did God send Jeremiah to Tophet?

God sent Jeremiah to Tophet to deliver a prophetic message, likely about the judgment that would come to Jerusalem due to the people's disobedience.

What does the court of the Lord's house represent?

The court of the Lord's house represents the heart of the religious and cultural life of the people, a place where important messages are heard and understood.

How should believers apply the message of Jeremiah 19:14 in their daily lives?

Believers can apply this message by being obedient to God's calls, even when they are difficult, and by sharing God's messages with others in their community.

What was the significance of Tophet in biblical times?

Tophet was a place associated with idol worship and sacrifices, often representing judgment and the consequences of disobedience to God's commands.