Jeremiah 25:2
New International Version
So Jeremiah the prophet said to all the people of Judah and to all those living in Jerusalem:

New Living Translation
Jeremiah the prophet said to all the people in Judah and Jerusalem,

English Standard Version
which Jeremiah the prophet spoke to all the people of Judah and all the inhabitants of Jerusalem:

Berean Standard Bible
So the prophet Jeremiah spoke to all the people of Judah and all the residents of Jerusalem as follows:

Berean Literal Bible
which the prophet Jeremiah spoke to all the people of Judah and to all those dwelling in Jerusalem, saying:

King James Bible
The which Jeremiah the prophet spake unto all the people of Judah, and to all the inhabitants of Jerusalem, saying,

New King James Version
which Jeremiah the prophet spoke to all the people of Judah and to all the inhabitants of Jerusalem, saying:

New American Standard Bible
the word which Jeremiah the prophet spoke to all the people of Judah and to all the inhabitants of Jerusalem, saying,

NASB 1995
which Jeremiah the prophet spoke to all the people of Judah and to all the inhabitants of Jerusalem, saying,

NASB 1977
which Jeremiah the prophet spoke to all the people of Judah and to all the inhabitants of Jerusalem, saying,

Legacy Standard Bible
which Jeremiah the prophet spoke to all the people of Judah and to all the inhabitants of Jerusalem, saying,

Amplified Bible
which Jeremiah the prophet spoke to all the people of Judah and to all the inhabitants of Jerusalem, saying,

Berean Annotated Bible
So the prophet Jeremiah (whom YHWH has appointed) spoke to all the people of Judah (praised) and all the residents of Jerusalem (city of peace) as follows:

Christian Standard Bible
The prophet Jeremiah spoke concerning all the people of Judah and all the residents of Jerusalem as follows:

Holman Christian Standard Bible
The prophet Jeremiah spoke concerning all the people of Judah and all the residents of Jerusalem as follows:

American Standard Version
which Jeremiah the prophet spake unto all the people of Judah, and to all the inhabitants of Jerusalem, saying:

English Revised Version
the which Jeremiah the prophet spake unto all the people of Judah, and to all the inhabitants of Jerusalem, saying:

GOD'S WORD® Translation
The prophet Jeremiah spoke to all the people of Judah and to everyone who lived in Jerusalem. He said,

Good News Translation
I said to all the people of Judah and of Jerusalem,

International Standard Version
This is what Jeremiah the prophet told all the people of Judah and all the residents of Jerusalem:

NET Bible
So the prophet Jeremiah spoke to all the people of Judah and to all the people who were living in Jerusalem.

New Heart English Bible
which Jeremiah the prophet spoke to all the people of Judah, and to all the inhabitants of Jerusalem, saying:

Webster's Bible Translation
Which Jeremiah the prophet spoke to all the people of Judah, and to all the inhabitants of Jerusalem, saying,
Majority Text Translations
Majority Standard Bible
So the prophet Jeremiah spoke to all the people of Judah and all the residents of Jerusalem as follows:

World English Bible
which Jeremiah the prophet spoke to all the people of Judah, and to all the inhabitants of Jerusalem:
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
Which Jeremiah the prophet has spoken concerning all the people of Judah, even to all the inhabitants of Jerusalem, saying,

Berean Literal Bible
which the prophet Jeremiah spoke to all the people of Judah and to all those dwelling in Jerusalem, saying:

Young's Literal Translation
Which Jeremiah the prophet hath spoken concerning all the people of Judah, even unto all the inhabitants of Jerusalem, saying:

Smith's Literal Translation
Which Jeremiah the prophet spake to all the people of Judah, all dwelling in Jerusalem, saying,
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Which Jeremias the prophet spoke to all the people of Juda, and to all the inhabitants of Jerusalem, saying:

Catholic Public Domain Version
And the prophet Jeremiah spoke to all the people of Judah, and to all the inhabitants of Jerusalem, saying:

New American Bible
This word the prophet Jeremiah spoke to all the people of Judah and all the inhabitants of Jerusalem:

New Revised Standard Version
which the prophet Jeremiah spoke to all the people of Judah and all the inhabitants of Jerusalem:
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
The year in which Jeremiah the prophet spoke to all the people of Judah and to all the inhabitants of Jerusalem, saying,

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
For Jeremiah the Prophet spoke to all the people of Judea and to all the inhabitants of Jerusalem, saying:
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
which Jeremiah the prophet spoke unto all the people of Judah, and to all the inhabitants of Jerusalem, saying:

Brenton Septuagint Translation
which he spoke to all the people of Juda, and to the inhabitants of Jerusalem, saying,

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Seventy-Year Captivity
1This is the word that came to Jeremiah concerning all the people of Judah in the fourth year of Jehoiakim son of Josiah king of Judah, which was the first year of Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon. 2So the prophet Jeremiah spoke to all the people of Judah and all the residents of Jerusalem as follows: 3“From the thirteenth year of Josiah son of Amon king of Judah until this very day—twenty-three years—the word of the LORD has come to me, and I have spoken to you again and again, but you have not listened.…

Cross References
So the prophet Jeremiah spoke

Jeremiah 1:17
Get yourself ready. Stand up and tell them everything that I command you. Do not be intimidated by them, or I will terrify you before them.

Jeremiah 1:7
But the LORD told me: “Do not say, ‘I am only a child.’ For to everyone I send you, you must go, and all that I command you, you must speak.

Jeremiah 1:9
Then the LORD reached out His hand, touched my mouth, and said to me: “Behold, I have put My words in your mouth.
to all the people of Judah

Jeremiah 11:2
“Listen to the words of this covenant and tell them to the men of Judah and the residents of Jerusalem.

Jeremiah 26:2
“This is what the LORD says: Stand in the courtyard of the house of the LORD and speak all the words I have commanded you to speak to all the cities of Judah who come to worship there. Do not omit a word.

2 Chronicles 36:15
Again and again the LORD, the God of their fathers, sent word to His people through His messengers because He had compassion on them and on His dwelling place.
and all the residents of Jerusalem

Jeremiah 17:20
Say to them, ‘Hear the word of the LORD, O kings of Judah, all people of Judah and Jerusalem who enter through these gates.

Jeremiah 19:3
saying, ‘Hear the word of the LORD, O kings of Judah and residents of Jerusalem. This is what the LORD of Hosts, the God of Israel, says: I am going to bring such disaster on this place that the ears of all who hear of it will ring,

Jeremiah 11:6
Then the LORD said to me, “Proclaim all these words in the cities of Judah and in the streets of Jerusalem, saying: Hear the words of this covenant and carry them out.
as follows:

Jeremiah 7:1
This is the word that came to Jeremiah from the LORD, saying,

Jeremiah 11:1
This is the word that came to Jeremiah from the LORD:

Jeremiah 1:4
The word of the LORD came to me, saying:
Jeremiah 7:25
From the day your fathers came out of the land of Egypt until this day, I have sent you all My servants the prophets again and again.

Jeremiah 26:4-6
And you are to tell them that this is what the LORD says: ‘If you do not listen to Me and walk in My law, which I have set before you, / and if you do not listen to the words of My servants the prophets, whom I have sent you again and again even though you did not listen, / then I will make this house like Shiloh, and I will make this city an object of cursing among all the nations of the earth.’”

Jeremiah 35:15
Again and again I have sent you all My servants the prophets, proclaiming: ‘Turn now, each of you, from your wicked ways, and correct your actions. Do not go after other gods to serve them. Live in the land that I have given to you and your fathers.’ But you have not inclined your ear or listened to Me.

Jeremiah 44:4-6
Yet I sent you all My servants the prophets again and again, saying: ‘Do not do this detestable thing that I hate.’ / But they did not listen or incline their ears; they did not turn from their wickedness or stop burning incense to other gods. / Therefore My wrath and anger poured out and burned in the cities of Judah and in the streets of Jerusalem, so that they have become the desolate ruin they are today.


Treasury of Scripture

The which Jeremiah the prophet spoke to all the people of Judah, and to all the inhabitants of Jerusalem, saying,

Jeremiah 18:11
Now therefore go to, speak to the men of Judah, and to the inhabitants of Jerusalem, saying, Thus saith the LORD; Behold, I frame evil against you, and devise a device against you: return ye now every one from his evil way, and make your ways and your doings good.

Jeremiah 19:14,15
Then came Jeremiah from Tophet, whither the LORD had sent him to prophesy; and he stood in the court of the LORD'S house; and said to all the people, …

Jeremiah 26:2
Thus saith the LORD; Stand in the court of the LORD'S house, and speak unto all the cities of Judah, which come to worship in the LORD'S house, all the words that I command thee to speak unto them; diminish not a word:

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Jeremiah 25
1. Jeremiah, reproving the Jews' disobedience to the prophets,
8. foretells the seventy years' captivity;
12. and after that, the destruction of Babylon.
15. Under the type of a cup of wine he foreshows the destruction of all nations.
34. The howling of the shepherds.












So the prophet Jeremiah spoke
Jeremiah, known as the "weeping prophet," was called by God to deliver messages of warning and judgment to the people of Judah. His role as a prophet was to be a mouthpiece for God, conveying divine messages to the people. Prophets in the Old Testament were often called to speak difficult truths, and Jeremiah's ministry was marked by opposition and personal suffering. His prophetic role is affirmed in Jeremiah 1:5, where God declares that He appointed Jeremiah as a prophet to the nations.

to all the people of Judah
Judah was the southern kingdom of Israel, consisting of the tribes of Judah and Benjamin. After the division of the united monarchy following Solomon's reign, Judah remained more faithful to the Davidic line. However, by Jeremiah's time, the people of Judah had turned to idolatry and were neglecting the covenant with God. Jeremiah's message was directed to the entire population, emphasizing the widespread nature of their sin and the need for national repentance.

and all the residents of Jerusalem
Jerusalem, the capital city of Judah, held significant religious and political importance. It was the location of the Temple, the center of Jewish worship. The residents of Jerusalem were particularly accountable for their actions, as they lived in the city where God's presence was believed to dwell. Jeremiah's message to Jerusalem underscores the city's central role in the spiritual life of the nation and its impending judgment due to the people's unfaithfulness.

as follows:
This phrase introduces the specific message that Jeremiah is about to deliver. It sets the stage for the prophetic declaration that follows, which in the context of Jeremiah 25, includes a warning of seventy years of Babylonian captivity. This prophecy is a pivotal moment in the book, as it outlines the consequences of Judah's persistent disobedience and foreshadows the exile. The seventy-year period is later referenced in Daniel 9:2, highlighting its significance in biblical prophecy and history.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Jeremiah
A major prophet in the Old Testament, called by God to deliver messages of warning and hope to the people of Judah. His ministry spanned over 40 years during the reigns of several kings of Judah.

2. People of Judah
The inhabitants of the southern kingdom of Israel, who were often warned by prophets like Jeremiah about their disobedience to God.

3. Residents of Jerusalem
The people living in the capital city of Judah, which held significant religious and political importance.

4. Prophetic Message
Jeremiah's role was to convey God's messages, often involving calls to repentance and warnings of impending judgment due to the people's unfaithfulness.

5. Historical Context
This verse is set during a time when Judah was facing the threat of Babylonian invasion due to their persistent idolatry and disobedience to God.
Teaching Points
The Role of a Prophet
Prophets are chosen by God to deliver His messages, often involving difficult truths. Like Jeremiah, believers today are called to speak truth in love, even when it is unpopular.

Listening to God's Warnings
The people of Judah were repeatedly warned by God through Jeremiah. We must be attentive to God's warnings in our lives, whether through Scripture, prayer, or godly counsel.

Consequences of Disobedience
Judah's refusal to heed God's warnings led to severe consequences. This serves as a reminder of the importance of obedience and the reality of divine judgment.

God's Patience and Justice
Despite Judah's persistent disobedience, God continued to send prophets like Jeremiah. This reflects God's patience but also His commitment to justice.

The Importance of Repentance
Jeremiah's messages often called for repentance. True repentance involves turning away from sin and returning to God, which is essential for restoration.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Jeremiah 25:2?

2. How does Jeremiah 25:2 emphasize the importance of listening to God's prophets today?

3. What can we learn from Jeremiah's persistence in delivering God's message to Judah?

4. How does Jeremiah 25:2 connect with other warnings from prophets in the Bible?

5. In what ways can we apply Jeremiah's example of obedience in our lives?

6. How does ignoring God's warnings, as in Jeremiah 25:2, affect our spiritual journey?

7. What historical context surrounds Jeremiah 25:2 and its message to the people of Judah?

8. How does Jeremiah 25:2 reflect God's judgment and mercy?

9. What archaeological evidence supports the events described in Jeremiah 25:2?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Jeremiah 25?

11. Jeremiah 42:11-12: The text promises divine protection from Babylon; do non-biblical historical records confirm or contradict this claim?

12. Why does Jeremiah 52:17-23 emphasize the dismantling of the temple furnishings despite some sources suggesting different fates for these items?

13. Is there any corroborating evidence for the 70-year period mentioned in Zechariah 1:12, or does it conflict with known historical timelines?

14. Why doesn't Daniel 1 mention any resistance from Judah's religious authorities against the Babylonian cultural assimilation?
What Does Jeremiah 25:2 Mean
So

• The word links back to verse 1, rooting this statement in real history—the fourth year of Jehoiakim (Jeremiah 25:1).

• It signals continuity: God has been speaking, and He is still speaking (compare Jeremiah 7:25; 2 Chronicles 36:15).

• The “so” reminds us that what follows is a direct consequence of Judah’s long-term refusal to heed earlier warnings.


the prophet Jeremiah

• Jeremiah is God’s appointed mouthpiece (Jeremiah 1:4-10), bearing authority equal to earlier prophets like Isaiah (Isaiah 1:1) and later ones like Ezekiel (Ezekiel 2:3-7).

• His title underscores that the coming words are not human opinions but divine revelation (2 Peter 1:21).

• For over twenty-three years he has faithfully proclaimed the same call to repent (Jeremiah 25:3).


spoke

• Jeremiah does not merely write a letter; he audibly proclaims God’s message—public, inescapable, accountable (Jeremiah 19:14-15).

• Speaking implies urgency. Written scrolls could be ignored, but a living voice confronts listeners in real time (Jeremiah 11:6).

• His courage models obedience regardless of opposition (Jeremiah 20:9; Acts 5:29).


to all the people of Judah

• The message is comprehensive: every tribe, town, and social class in the southern kingdom (Jeremiah 17:20).

• No one can claim ignorance; collective guilt requires collective responsibility (Leviticus 26:14-17).

• God’s fairness shines—He warns before He judges (Amos 3:7).


and all the residents of Jerusalem

• Jerusalem, the religious and political hub, receives special mention because privilege heightens accountability (Luke 12:48).

• Temple worshipers could not hide behind ritual while ignoring righteousness (Jeremiah 7:1-11; Micah 3:11).

• By addressing “residents,” Jeremiah targets both leaders and common citizens (Jeremiah 22:2).


as follows:

• The colon invites readers to lean in; what comes next is weighty—the seventy-year Babylonian exile prediction (Jeremiah 25:8-11).

• It frames the speech as God’s formal indictment and sentencing, comparable to Moses’ covenant warnings (De 28:15-68).

• The structure mirrors courtroom language: accusation, verdict, and announced penalty (Isaiah 1:18-20).


summary

Jeremiah 25:2 sets the scene for one of Scripture’s most pivotal prophecies. A divinely authorized prophet publicly declares God’s word to every Judean and Jerusalemite, leaving no room for excuses. The tiny connective “So” roots the moment in history and continuity, Jeremiah’s title affirms inspiration, his act of speaking highlights urgency, and the doubled audience underscores universal accountability. With a colon, God ushers His people into a sober hearing where mercy has been repeatedly offered and judgment now must proceed.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
So
אֲשֶׁ֨ר (’ă·šer)
Pronoun - relative
Strong's 834: Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that

the prophet
הַנָּבִיא֙ (han·nā·ḇî)
Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 5030: A spokesman, speaker, prophet

Jeremiah
יִרְמְיָ֤הוּ (yir·mə·yā·hū)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3414: Jeremiah -- 'Yah loosens', the name of a number of Israelites

spoke
דִּבֶּ֜ר (dib·ber)
Verb - Piel - Perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 1696: To arrange, to speak, to subdue

to
עַל־ (‘al-)
Preposition
Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against

all
כָּל־ (kāl-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every

the people
עַ֣ם (‘am)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 5971: A people, a tribe, troops, attendants, a flock

of Judah
יְהוּדָ֔ה (yə·hū·ḏāh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3063: Judah -- 'praised', a son of Jacob, also the southern kingdom, also four Israelites

and all
כָּל־ (kāl-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every

the residents
יֹשְׁבֵ֥י (yō·šə·ḇê)
Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine plural construct
Strong's 3427: To sit down, to dwell, to remain, to settle, to marry

of Jerusalem
יְרוּשָׁלִַ֖ם (yə·rū·šā·lim)
Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 3389: Jerusalem -- probably 'foundation of peace', capital city of all Israel

as follows:
לֵאמֹֽר׃ (lê·mōr)
Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct
Strong's 559: To utter, say


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