Jeremiah 29:8

Persian Dari Bible - Afgan Dialect - Version Good News for a New Age (GNN) == 2007

زیرا خداوند می گوید که آن ها برای شما به دروغ پیشگوئی می کنند و من آن ها را نفرستاده ام.»

What Does This Mean?

This verse from Jeremiah warns the people not to listen to false prophets and diviners who are trying to deceive them. God, through Jeremiah, is telling them not to trust these false messages or the dreams that seem to confirm them.

Explained for Children

Imagine if your friends were telling you that you could fly just by jumping off a tree, but your parents told you not to believe them because it's dangerous. That's what God is doing here. He's saying, 'Don't believe the lies, even if they sound good, because they can hurt you.'

Historical Background

Jeremiah wrote this around 587 BCE, when the Israelites were in exile in Babylon. The verse is part of a letter to the exiled community, warning them against false prophets who promised a quick return home, which was not God's plan.

Living It Out Today

Today, this verse reminds us to be cautious about believing everything we hear, especially advice or prophecies that sound too good to be true. For example, if someone promises quick success without hard work, it's important to verify their claims and not just trust their promises blindly.

Topics

• deception
• prophets
• trust
• wisdom
• exile
• false teachings

Related Verses

• 1 Kings 18:20-40
• Ezekiel 13:1-9
• Matthew 7:15-20
• 1 John 4:1
• 2 Peter 2:1-3

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the main issue the Israelites faced in Jeremiah 29:8?

The main issue was the presence of false prophets who were misleading the people with false promises of quick return from exile, which could lead to disastrous consequences.

How can we apply Jeremiah 29:8 in our daily lives?

We can apply this verse by being discerning about the advice and prophecies we encounter, ensuring they align with God's word and are not based on deceitful promises.

Why were dreams mentioned in Jeremiah 29:8?

Dreams were mentioned because they were often used as a form of revelation or confirmation of false prophecies, and God warns against trusting these dreams as a source of truth.

Who were the diviners and prophets mentioned in Jeremiah 29:8?

The diviners and prophets were individuals claiming to speak on behalf of God, but their messages were actually misleading and not from God, as they promised a quick return from exile which was not God's will.