Jeremiah 19:5
The Scripture
(5) They have built also the high places of Baal, to burn their sons with fire for burnt offerings unto Baal, which I commanded not, nor spake it, neither came it into my mind:
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
Jeremiah is sent to the city of Nineveh to warn its people of God’s impending judgment, and they respond with repentance. Though they turn away from sin, God promises not to hold them forever in anger. This chapter shows that God’s judgment is certain, but His mercy can be shown to those who seek forgiveness.
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Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Numbers 22:41Jeremiah 7:31Deuteronomy 12:31II Kings 17:17II Chronicles 28:3Psalms 106:37Psalms 106:38Ezekiel 16:20Ezekiel 16:21Ezekiel 20:26Jeremiah 7:32Jeremiah 32:35
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