Jeremiah 26:15
The Scripture
(15) But know ye for certain, that if ye put me to death, ye shall surely bring innocent blood upon yourselves, and upon this city, and upon the inhabitants thereof: for of a truth the LORD hath sent me unto you to speak all these words in your ears.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
The people of Judah ask Jeremiah to write down the words of the Lord and the deeds of their kings so that the king of Babylon may know them. Jeremiah promises to do this, saying he will record their actions and give the record to the Babylonian ruler. The chapter shows the need for a lasting record of God's judgment and the consequences of Israel's sins.
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Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
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