Jeremiah 11:16
The Scripture
(16) The LORD called thy name, A green olive tree, fair, and of goodly fruit: with the noise of a great tumult he hath kindled fire upon it, and the branches of it are broken.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
In this chapter Jeremiah condemns the people of Judah for their moral corruption and the destruction of Jerusalem, describing the city's ruin and the scattering of its people. He also warns that the nation's idolatry and false prophets will lead to continued suffering until God restores justice.
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Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Psalms 52:8Romans 11:17Romans 11:18Romans 11:19Romans 11:20Romans 11:21Romans 11:22Romans 11:23Romans 11:24Psalms 80:16Isaiah 1:30Isaiah 1:31
Related verses (shared words)
Romans 11:24Matthew 12:33Romans 11:17Nehemiah 8:15Ezekiel 17:24Daniel 4:14