Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version “From the least to the greatest, all are greedy for gain; prophets and priests alike, all practice deceit. New Living Translation “From the least to the greatest, their lives are ruled by greed. From prophets to priests, they are all frauds. English Standard Version “For from the least to the greatest of them, everyone is greedy for unjust gain; and from prophet to priest, everyone deals falsely. Berean Standard Bible “For from the least of them to the greatest, all are greedy for gain; from prophet to priest, all practice deceit. King James Bible For from the least of them even unto the greatest of them every one is given to covetousness; and from the prophet even unto the priest every one dealeth falsely. New King James Version “Because from the least of them even to the greatest of them, Everyone is given to covetousness; And from the prophet even to the priest, Everyone deals falsely. New American Standard Bible “For from the least of them to the greatest of them, Everyone is greedy for gain, And from the prophet to the priest Everyone deals falsely. NASB 1995 “For from the least of them even to the greatest of them, Everyone is greedy for gain, And from the prophet even to the priest Everyone deals falsely. NASB 1977 “For from the least of them even to the greatest of them, Everyone is greedy for gain, And from the prophet even to the priest Everyone deals falsely. Legacy Standard Bible “For from the least of them even to the greatest of them, Everyone is greedy for gain, And from the prophet even to the priest Everyone practices lying. Amplified Bible “For from the least of them even to the greatest of them, Everyone is greedy for [unfair] gain; And from the prophet even to the priest Everyone deals deceitfully. Christian Standard Bible For from the least to the greatest of them, everyone is making profit dishonestly. From prophet to priest, everyone deals falsely. Holman Christian Standard Bible For from the least to the greatest of them, everyone is making profit dishonestly. From prophet to priest, everyone deals falsely. American Standard Version For from the least of them even unto the greatest of them every one is given to covetousness; and from the prophet even unto the priest every one dealeth falsely. Contemporary English Version Everyone is greedy and dishonest, whether poor or rich. Even the prophets and priests cannot be trusted. English Revised Version For from the least of them even unto the greatest of them every one is given to covetousness; and from the prophet even unto the priest every one dealeth falsely. GOD'S WORD® Translation "All of them, from the least important to the most important, are eager to make money dishonestly. All of them, from prophets to priests, act deceitfully. Good News Translation Everyone, great and small, tries to make money dishonestly; even prophets and priests cheat the people. International Standard Version "Indeed, from the least important to the most important, they're all greedy for dishonest gain. From prophet to priest, they all act deceitfully. Majority Standard Bible ?For from the least of them to the greatest, all are greedy for gain; from prophet to priest, all practice deceit. NET Bible "That is because, from the least important to the most important of them, all of them are greedy for dishonest gain. Prophets and priests alike, all of them practice deceit. New Heart English Bible "For from their least even to their greatest, everyone is given to covetousness; and from the prophet even to the priest, everyone deals falsely. Webster's Bible Translation For from the least of them even to the greatest of them every one is given to covetousness; and from the prophet even to the priest every one dealeth falsely. World English Bible “For from their least even to their greatest, everyone is given to covetousness. From the prophet even to the priest, everyone deals falsely. Literal Translations Literal Standard Version“For from their least to their greatest, "" Everyone is gaining dishonest gain, "" And from prophet even to priest, "" Everyone is dealing falsely, Young's Literal Translation For from their least unto their greatest, Every one is gaining dishonest gain, And from prophet even unto priest, Every one is dealing falsely, Smith's Literal Translation For from their little even to their great, every one plundering, plundered; and from the prophet and even to the priest every one did falsehood. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleFor from the least of them even to the greatest, all are given to covetousness: and from the prophet even to the priest, all are guilty of deceit. Catholic Public Domain Version Certainly, from the least of them even to the greatest, all of them practice greed. And from the prophet even to the priest, all of them act with deceit. New American Bible Small and great alike, all are greedy for gain; prophet and priest, all practice fraud. New Revised Standard Version For from the least to the greatest of them, everyone is greedy for unjust gain; and from prophet to priest, everyone deals falsely. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleFor from the least of them even to the greatest of them every one commits treachery; and from the false prophets even to the priests every one of them deals falsely. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated Because from the least of them and unto the greatest of them, they all commit deceit, and from the lying Prophet and unto the Priest, all practice falsehood OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917For from the least of them even unto the greatest of them Every one is greedy for gain; And from the prophet even unto the priest Every one dealeth falsely. Brenton Septuagint Translation For from the least of them even to the greatest they have all committed iniquity; from the priest even to the false prophet they have all wrought falsely. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Jerusalem's Final Warning…12Their houses will be turned over to others, their fields and wives as well, for I will stretch out My hand against the inhabitants of the land,” declares the LORD. 13“For from the least of them to the greatest, all are greedy for gain; from prophet to priest, all practice deceit. 14They dress the wound of My people with very little care, saying, ‘Peace, peace,’ when there is no peace at all.… Cross References Micah 3:11 Her leaders judge for a bribe, her priests teach for a price, and her prophets practice divination for money. Yet they lean upon the LORD, saying, “Is not the LORD among us? No disaster can come upon us.” Ezekiel 22:27 Her officials within her are like wolves tearing their prey, shedding blood, and destroying lives for dishonest gain. Isaiah 56:11 Like ravenous dogs, they are never satisfied. They are shepherds with no discernment; they all turn to their own way, each one seeking his own gain: Hosea 4:8 They feed on the sins of My people and set their hearts on iniquity. Zephaniah 3:3-4 Her princes are roaring lions; her judges are evening wolves, leaving nothing for the morning. / Her prophets are reckless, faithless men. Her priests profane the sanctuary; they do violence to the law. Matthew 23:25 Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, you hypocrites! You clean the outside of the cup and dish, but inside they are full of greed and self-indulgence. Luke 16:14 The Pharisees, who were lovers of money, heard all of this and were scoffing at Jesus. 1 Timothy 6:9-10 Those who want to be rich, however, fall into temptation and become ensnared by many foolish and harmful desires that plunge them into ruin and destruction. / For the love of money is the root of all kinds of evil. By craving it, some have wandered away from the faith and pierced themselves with many sorrows. 2 Peter 2:3 In their greed, these false teachers will exploit you with deceptive words. The longstanding verdict against them remains in force, and their destruction does not sleep. Isaiah 1:23 Your rulers are rebels, friends of thieves. They all love bribes and chasing after rewards. They do not defend the fatherless, and the plea of the widow never comes before them. Ezekiel 34:2-3 “Son of man, prophesy against the shepherds of Israel. Prophesy and tell them that this is what the Lord GOD says: ‘Woe to the shepherds of Israel, who only feed themselves! Should not the shepherds feed their flock? / You eat the fat, wear the wool, and butcher the fattened sheep, but you do not feed the flock. Amos 8:4-6 Hear this, you who trample the needy, who do away with the poor of the land, / asking, “When will the New Moon be over, that we may sell grain? When will the Sabbath end, that we may market wheat? Let us reduce the ephah and increase the shekel; let us cheat with dishonest scales. / Let us buy the poor with silver and the needy for a pair of sandals, selling even the chaff with the wheat!” Malachi 1:10 “Oh, that one of you would shut the temple doors, so that you would no longer kindle useless fires on My altar! I take no pleasure in you,” says the LORD of Hosts, “and I will accept no offering from your hands. Matthew 21:13 And He declared to them, “It is written: ‘My house will be called a house of prayer.’ But you are making it ‘a den of robbers.’” Mark 12:40 They defraud widows of their houses, and for a show make lengthy prayers. These men will receive greater condemnation.” Treasury of Scripture For from the least of them even to the greatest of them every one is given to covetousness; and from the prophet even to the priest every one deals falsely. For. Jeremiah 8:10 Therefore will I give their wives unto others, and their fields to them that shall inherit them: for every one from the least even unto the greatest is given to covetousness, from the prophet even unto the priest every one dealeth falsely. Jeremiah 14:18 If I go forth into the field, then behold the slain with the sword! and if I enter into the city, then behold them that are sick with famine! yea, both the prophet and the priest go about into a land that they know not. Jeremiah 22:17 But thine eyes and thine heart are not but for thy covetousness, and for to shed innocent blood, and for oppression, and for violence, to do it. and. Jeremiah 2:8,26 The priests said not, Where is the LORD? and they that handle the law knew me not: the pastors also transgressed against me, and the prophets prophesied by Baal, and walked after things that do not profit… Jeremiah 5:31 The prophets prophesy falsely, and the priests bear rule by their means; and my people love to have it so: and what will ye do in the end thereof? Jeremiah 23:11,14,15 For both prophet and priest are profane; yea, in my house have I found their wickedness, saith the LORD… Jump to Previous Alike Covetousness Dealeth Dealing Deals Deceit Falsely Gain Gaining Getting Greatest Greedy Least Money Practice Priest Priests Prophet Prophets Unjust WorkingJump to Next Alike Covetousness Dealeth Dealing Deals Deceit Falsely Gain Gaining Getting Greatest Greedy Least Money Practice Priest Priests Prophet Prophets Unjust WorkingJeremiah 6 1. The enemies sent against Judah,4. encourage themselves. 6. God sets them on work because of their sins. 9. The prophet laments the judgments of God because of their sins. 18. He proclaims God's wrath. 26. He calls the people to mourn for the judgment on their sins. For from the least of them to the greatest This phrase underscores the universality of the corruption in Judah. The Hebrew word for "least" is "קָטָן" (qatan), and "greatest" is "גָּדוֹל" (gadol). This indicates that the moral decay permeates every level of society, from the most insignificant to the most influential. Historically, this reflects a time when societal hierarchies were deeply entrenched, yet Jeremiah points out that sin and greed do not discriminate by social status. This serves as a sobering reminder that no one is immune to the temptations of greed and corruption, and it calls for introspection and repentance across all societal levels. all are greedy for gain from prophet to priest all practice deceit Persons / Places / Events 1. JeremiahA major prophet in the Old Testament, called by God to deliver messages of warning and hope to the people of Judah. 2. Prophets and Priests Religious leaders in ancient Israel who were expected to guide the people in spiritual matters but are here accused of deceit. 3. Judah The southern kingdom of Israel, facing impending judgment due to widespread corruption and idolatry. 4. God's Judgment The context of this passage is a warning of impending judgment due to the pervasive sinfulness of the people. 5. The People of Judah From the least to the greatest, they are described as being greedy for gain, indicating a societal-wide moral decay. Teaching Points The Pervasiveness of SinSin can infiltrate every level of society, from the least to the greatest. We must be vigilant in examining our own lives for areas where greed and deceit may have taken root. The Responsibility of Leaders Religious and community leaders have a heightened responsibility to act with integrity. Their actions can lead others astray or guide them toward righteousness. The Danger of Greed Greed is a powerful motivator that can lead to deceit and corruption. Christians are called to be content and to seek first the kingdom of God. The Call to Repentance Just as Jeremiah called Judah to repentance, we are called to turn away from sin and seek God's forgiveness and guidance. The Importance of Truth Practicing deceit is contrary to God's nature. As followers of Christ, we are called to live in truth and transparency.(13) Is given to covetousness.--Literally, gained gain. The Hebrew word (as in Genesis 37:26; Job 22:2) does not necessarily involve the idea of dishonest gain, though this (as in Proverbs 1:19; Habakkuk 2:9) is often implied. What the prophet condemns is the universal desire of gain (rem . . . rem . . . quocunque modo rem), sure to lead, as in the second clause, to a gratification of it by fair means or foul. From the prophet even unto the priest . . .--The two orders that ought to have checked the evil are noted as having been foremost in promoting it. (Comp. Note on Jeremiah 5:31.) . . . Verse 13. - Given to covetousness; literally, gaineth gain; but the word here rendered "gain" implies that it is unrighteous gain (the root means "to tear"), Unjust gain and murder are repeatedly singled out in the Old Testament as representative sins (comp. Ezekiel 33:31; Psalm 119:36; Isaiah 1:15; Jeremiah 2:34; and see my note on Isaiah 57:17). There is a special reason for the selection of "covetousness" here. Land was the object of a high-born Jew's ambition, and expulsion from his land was his appropriate punishment (comp. Isaiah 5:8, 9).Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew “Forכִּ֤י (kî) Conjunction Strong's 3588: A relative conjunction from the least of them מִקְּטַנָּם֙ (miq·qə·ṭan·nām) Preposition-m | Adjective - masculine singular construct | third person masculine plural Strong's 6996: Small, young, unimportant to וְעַד־ (wə·‘aḏ-) Conjunctive waw | Preposition Strong's 5704: As far as, even to, up to, until, while the greatest, גְּדוֹלָ֔ם (gə·ḏō·w·lām) Adjective - masculine singular construct | third person masculine plural Strong's 1419: Great, older, insolent all כֻּלּ֖וֹ (kul·lōw) Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every are greedy בּוֹצֵ֣עַ (bō·w·ṣê·a‘) Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular Strong's 1214: To cut off, break off, gain by violence for gain. בָּ֑צַע (bā·ṣa‘) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 1215: Gain made by violence, unjust gain, profit From prophet וּמִנָּבִיא֙ (ū·min·nā·ḇî) Conjunctive waw, Preposition-m | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 5030: A spokesman, speaker, prophet to וְעַד־ (wə·‘aḏ-) Conjunctive waw | Preposition Strong's 5704: As far as, even to, up to, until, while priest, כֹּהֵ֔ן (kō·hên) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 3548: Priest all כֻּלּ֖וֹ (kul·lōw) Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every practice עֹ֥שֶׂה (‘ō·śeh) Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular Strong's 6213: To do, make deceit. שָּֽׁקֶר׃ (šā·qer) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 8267: Deception, disappointment, falsehood Links Jeremiah 6:13 NIVJeremiah 6:13 NLT Jeremiah 6:13 ESV Jeremiah 6:13 NASB Jeremiah 6:13 KJV Jeremiah 6:13 BibleApps.com Jeremiah 6:13 Biblia Paralela Jeremiah 6:13 Chinese Bible Jeremiah 6:13 French Bible Jeremiah 6:13 Catholic Bible OT Prophets: Jeremiah 6:13 For from the least of them even (Jer.) |
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