Jeremiah 14:3
The Scripture
(3) And their nobles have sent their little ones to the waters: they came to the pits, and found no water; they returned with their vessels empty; they were ashamed and confounded, and covered their heads.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
In Jeremiah 14 the prophet describes the desolation of Judah as the people are scattered and their leaders are taken away, leading to a sense of hopelessness. He warns that God's judgment will be severe and that the nation will be left in ruin, emphasizing that their actions have brought this fate.
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Related verses (shared words)
Genesis 1:6Genesis 8:3Exodus 7:19Exodus 14:28Joshua 3:13Ezekiel 47:4