Jeremiah 36:2

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

«طوماری را بگیر و سخنان مرا که علیه اسرائیل، یهودا و سایر اقوام دیگر گفته ام، از اولین کلامی که در زمان یوشیا دادم تا به امروز، همه را در آن بنویس.

What Does This Mean?

God is telling Jeremiah to write down all the messages He has given him about Israel, Judah, and other nations since the time of King Josiah. Jeremiah is instructed to record these messages in a book.

Explained for Children

Imagine God telling Jeremiah to write a big storybook. This book would have all the stories God wanted to tell about different places, just like how you might write a storybook about all your adventures since you were little.

Historical Background

The book of Jeremiah was written by the prophet Jeremiah around 627-582 BCE. It was directed to the people of Judah and Israel during a tumultuous period of their history, including the Babylonian invasion and exile. This verse reflects the practice of writing down prophetic messages to preserve and disseminate them.

Living It Out Today

Today, we can think about the importance of recording important messages or lessons we learn. Just as Jeremiah recorded God’s words, we can write down important life lessons or advice to share with others or keep for ourselves.

Topics

• prophesy
• writing
• recordkeeping
• divine communication
• faithfulness
• historical preservation

Related Verses

• Isaiah 30:8
• Habakkuk 2:2
• Matthew 24:15
• Revelation 1:11
• 2 Peter 3:16

Recommended Reading

Commentary Jeremiah Commentaries → Get This Bible GNN Study Bible →

Frequently Asked Questions

Why did God instruct Jeremiah to write down His words?

God wanted to ensure that His messages were preserved for future generations and could be easily shared with others, especially given the oral tradition of that time.

What was the purpose of the messages Jeremiah was to write?

The messages were to be a warning and a call to repentance for Israel, Judah, and other nations, detailing the consequences of their actions and the need for turning back to God.

How long had God been speaking to Jeremiah?

God had been speaking to Jeremiah since the days of King Josiah, which spanned many years and included significant historical events.

What can we learn about faithfulness from Jeremiah's actions?

Jeremiah's willingness to faithfully record God's messages teaches us the importance of being obedient to God's commands and preserving His teachings for future generations.