Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version “Say to them, ‘This is what the LORD says: “’When people fall down, do they not get up? When someone turns away, do they not return? New Living Translation “Jeremiah, say to the people, ‘This is what the LORD says: “‘When people fall down, don’t they get up again? When they discover they’re on the wrong road, don’t they turn back? English Standard Version “You shall say to them, Thus says the LORD: When men fall, do they not rise again? If one turns away, does he not return? Berean Standard Bible So you are to tell them this is what the LORD says: “Do men fall and not get up again? Does one turn away and not return? King James Bible Moreover thou shalt say unto them, Thus saith the LORD; Shall they fall, and not arise? shall he turn away, and not return? New King James Version “Moreover you shall say to them, ‘Thus says the LORD: “Will they fall and not rise? Will one turn away and not return? New American Standard Bible “You shall say to them, ‘This is what the LORD says: “Do people fall and not get up? Does one turn away and not repent? NASB 1995 “You shall say to them, ‘Thus says the LORD, “Do men fall and not get up again? Does one turn away and not repent? NASB 1977 “And you shall say to them, ‘Thus says the LORD, “Do men fall and not get up again? Does one turn away and not repent? Legacy Standard Bible “You shall say to them, ‘Thus says Yahweh, “Do men fall and not get up again? Does one turn away and not turn back? Amplified Bible “Moreover [Jeremiah], you shall say to them, ‘Thus says the LORD, “Do men fall and not rise up again? Does one turn away [from God] and not repent and return [to Him]? Christian Standard Bible “You are to say to them: This is what the LORD says: Do people fall and not get up again? If they turn away, do they not return? Holman Christian Standard Bible “You are to say to them: This is what the LORD says: Do people fall and not get up again? If they turn away, do they not return? American Standard Version Moreover thou shalt say unto them, Thus saith Jehovah: Shall men fall, and not rise up again? Shall one turn away, and not return? Contemporary English Version The LORD said: People of Jerusalem, when you stumble and fall, you get back up, and if you take a wrong road, you turn around and go back. English Revised Version Moreover thou shalt say unto them, Thus saith the LORD: shall men fall, and not rise up again? shall one turn away, and not return? GOD'S WORD® Translation "Say to them, 'This is what the LORD says: When someone falls, he gets back up. When someone turns away from me, he returns. Good News Translation The LORD told me to say to his people, "When someone falls down, doesn't he get back up? If someone misses the road, doesn't he turn back? International Standard Version "You are to say to them, 'This is what the LORD says: "Will a person fall down and then not get up? Will someone turn away and then not turn back again? Majority Standard Bible So you are to tell them this is what the LORD says: ?Do men fall and not get up again? Does one turn away and not return? NET Bible The LORD said to me, "Tell them, 'The LORD says, Do people not get back up when they fall down? Do they not turn around when they go the wrong way? New Heart English Bible "Moreover you shall tell them, 'Thus says the LORD: Shall men fall, and not rise up again? Shall one turn away, and not return? Webster's Bible Translation Moreover, thou shalt say to them, Thus saith the LORD; Shall they fall, and not arise? shall he turn away, and not return? World English Bible “Moreover you shall tell them, ‘Yahweh says: “‘Do men fall, and not rise up again? Does one turn away, and not return? Literal Translations Literal Standard Version“And you have said to them, Thus said YHWH: Do they fall, and not rise? Does he turn back, and not return? Young's Literal Translation And thou hast said unto them: Thus said Jehovah, Do they fall, and not rise? Doth he turn back, and not return? Smith's Literal Translation And say to them, Thus said Jehovah, Shall they fall and not rise? if he shall turn back, and not turn back? Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd thou shalt say to them: Thus saith the Lord: Shall not he that falleth, rise again? and he that is turned away, shall he not turn again? Catholic Public Domain Version And you will say to them: Thus says the Lord: He who falls, will he not rise again? And he who has been turned away, will he not return? New American Bible Tell them: Thus says the LORD: When someone falls, do they not rise again? if they turn away, do they not turn back? New Revised Standard Version You shall say to them, Thus says the LORD: When people fall, do they not get up again? If they go astray, do they not turn back? Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleMoreover you shall say to them, Thus says the LORD: They shall fall and not arise; and even if they would try to repent, they will not do so. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And you shall say to them: “Thus says LORD JEHOVAH: ‘They shall fall and they shall not arise, and if they would return to God, they will not return to God OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Moreover thou shalt say unto them: Thus saith the LORD: Do men fall, and not rise up again? Doth one turn away, and not return? Brenton Septuagint Translation For thus saith the Lord, Shall not he that falls arise? or he that turns away, shall he not turn back again? Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Judah's Sin and Punishment…3And wherever I have banished them, the remnant of this evil family will choose death over life,” declares the LORD of Hosts. 4So you are to tell them this is what the LORD says: “Do men fall and not get up again? Does one turn away and not return? 5Why then have these people turned away? Why does Jerusalem always turn away? They cling to deceit; they refuse to return.… Cross References Isaiah 1:18-20 “Come now, let us reason together,” says the LORD. “Though your sins are like scarlet, they will be as white as snow; though they are as red as crimson, they will become like wool. / If you are willing and obedient, you will eat the best of the land. / But if you resist and rebel, you will be devoured by the sword.” For the mouth of the LORD has spoken. Ezekiel 18:30-32 Therefore, O house of Israel, I will judge you, each according to his ways, declares the Lord GOD. Repent and turn from all your transgressions, so that your iniquity will not become your downfall. / Cast away from yourselves all the transgressions you have committed, and fashion for yourselves a new heart and a new spirit. Why should you die, O house of Israel? / For I take no pleasure in anyone’s death, declares the Lord GOD. So repent and live! Hosea 14:1-2 Return, O Israel, to the LORD your God, for you have stumbled by your iniquity. / Bring your confessions and return to the LORD. Say to Him: “Take away all our iniquity and receive us graciously, that we may present the fruit of our lips. Zechariah 1:3-4 So tell the people that this is what the LORD of Hosts says: ‘Return to Me, declares the LORD of Hosts, and I will return to you, says the LORD of Hosts.’ / Do not be like your fathers, to whom the former prophets proclaimed that this is what the LORD of Hosts says: ‘Turn now from your evil ways and deeds.’ But they did not listen or pay attention to Me, declares the LORD. Isaiah 55:6-7 Seek the LORD while He may be found; call on Him while He is near. / Let the wicked man forsake his way and the unrighteous man his thoughts; let him return to the LORD, that He may have compassion, and to our God, for He will freely pardon. Joel 2:12-13 “Yet even now,” declares the LORD, “return to Me with all your heart, with fasting, weeping, and mourning.” / So rend your hearts and not your garments, and return to the LORD your God. For He is gracious and compassionate, slow to anger, abounding in loving devotion. And He relents from sending disaster. Matthew 11:28-30 Come to Me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. / Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. / For My yoke is easy and My burden is light.” Luke 15:7 I tell you that in the same way there will be more joy in heaven over one sinner who repents than over ninety-nine righteous ones who do not need to repent. Luke 15:17-24 Finally he came to his senses and said, ‘How many of my father’s hired servants have plenty of food, but here I am, starving to death! / I will get up and go back to my father and say to him, “Father, I have sinned against heaven and against you. / I am no longer worthy to be called your son. Make me like one of your hired servants.”’ ... Acts 3:19 Repent, then, and turn back, so that your sins may be wiped away, Romans 2:4 Or do you disregard the riches of His kindness, tolerance, and patience, not realizing that God’s kindness leads you to repentance? 2 Corinthians 7:10 Godly sorrow brings repentance that leads to salvation without regret, but worldly sorrow brings death. 1 John 1:9 If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. Revelation 2:5 Therefore, keep in mind how far you have fallen. Repent and perform the deeds you did at first. But if you do not repent, I will come to you and remove your lampstand from its place. Isaiah 31:6 Return to the One against whom you have so blatantly rebelled, O children of Israel. Treasury of Scripture Moreover you shall say to them, Thus said the LORD; Shall they fall, and not arise? shall he turn away, and not return? Moreover. shall they. Proverbs 24:16 Hosea 14:1 Amos 5:2 turn. Jeremiah 3:1,22 Jeremiah 4:1 Jeremiah 23:14 Jump to Previous Arise Fall Falling Lifted Moreover Repent Rise Turn TurnsJump to Next Arise Fall Falling Lifted Moreover Repent Rise Turn TurnsJeremiah 8 1. The calamity of the Jews, both dead and alive.4. He upbraids their foolish and shameless impenitency. 13. He shows their grievous judgment; 18. and bewails their desperate estate. “You are to say to them” This phrase sets the stage for a direct message from God through the prophet Jeremiah. The Hebrew root for "say" is "אָמַר" (amar), which implies a declaration or proclamation. This is not merely a suggestion but a divine command. In the historical context, prophets were often the mouthpieces of God, delivering messages that were crucial for the spiritual and moral direction of the people. Jeremiah, known as the "weeping prophet," was tasked with delivering difficult truths to a rebellious nation. This phrase underscores the authority and urgency of the message that follows. “This is what the LORD says” “Do men fall and not get up again?” “Does one turn away and not return?” Persons / Places / Events 1. JeremiahA prophet called by God to deliver messages of warning and hope to the people of Judah. His ministry spanned the reigns of several kings and was marked by his deep emotional connection to his people and his unwavering commitment to God's truth. 2. Judah The southern kingdom of Israel, which was facing impending judgment due to its persistent idolatry and disobedience to God. Jeremiah's prophecies were directed primarily at this kingdom. 3. The LORD (Yahweh) The covenant God of Israel, who is both just and merciful. He calls His people to repentance and offers restoration despite their repeated failures. 4. Repentance A central theme in Jeremiah's message, emphasizing the need for the people to turn back to God after falling into sin. 5. Falling and Returning The imagery used in this verse highlights the natural expectation of recovery and return after a fall, serving as a metaphor for spiritual repentance and restoration. Teaching Points The Nature of RepentanceRepentance is not just a one-time act but a continual turning back to God whenever we fall. It involves acknowledging our sin, seeking God's forgiveness, and making a conscious decision to change our ways. God's Expectation of Return Just as it is natural for someone who falls to get up, God expects His people to return to Him after they have turned away. This expectation is rooted in His desire for relationship and restoration. The Assurance of God's Mercy God's question through Jeremiah implies His readiness to forgive and restore. No matter how far we have strayed, God is always willing to welcome us back when we repent. The Danger of Persistent Rebellion Ignoring God's call to return can lead to severe consequences, as seen in the history of Judah. Persistent rebellion hardens the heart and distances us from God's grace. Practical Steps to Return Identify areas of life where you have turned away from God. Confess these to Him, seek His forgiveness, and take practical steps to align your life with His will.(4) Shall he turn.--Better, as both clauses arc indefinite, Shall men fall and not arise? Shall one turn away and not return? The appeal is made to the common practice of men. Those who fall struggle to their feet again. One who finds that he has lost his way retraces his steps. In its spiritual aspect the words assert the possibility of repentance in all but every case, however desperate it may seem. St. Paul's question, "Have they stumbled that they should fall?" (Romans 11:11), expresses something of the same belief in the ultimate triumph of the Divine purpose of good. As yet, that purpose, as the next verse shows, seemed to be thwarted.Verse 4 - Jeremiah 9:1. - The incorrigible wickedness of the people, and the awfulness of the judgment. Verse 4. - Moreover thou shalt say, etc.; literally, and thou shalt say. The section is introduced by a formula which connects it with Jeremiah 7:2, 28. Shall they fall, etc.? rather, Do men fall... doth a man turn away? One of those appeals to common sense in which the prophets delight. Who ever sees a fallen man stay quietly on the ground without attempting to rise? or a man who has wandered out of the path persist in going in the wrong direction? Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew So you are to tellוְאָמַרְתָּ֣ (wə·’ā·mar·tā) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - second person masculine singular Strong's 559: To utter, say them אֲלֵיהֶ֗ם (’ă·lê·hem) Preposition | third person masculine plural Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to this is what כֹּ֚ה (kōh) Adverb Strong's 3541: Like this, thus, here, now the LORD יְהוָ֔ה (Yah·weh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel says: אָמַ֣ר (’ā·mar) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 559: To utter, say ‘Do [men] fall הֲיִפְּל֖וּ (hă·yip·pə·lū) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine plural Strong's 5307: To fall, lie and not וְלֹ֣א (wə·lō) Conjunctive waw | Adverb - Negative particle Strong's 3808: Not, no get up again? יָק֑וּמוּ (yā·qū·mū) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine plural Strong's 6965: To arise, stand up, stand Does one turn away יָשׁ֖וּב (yā·šūḇ) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 7725: To turn back, in, to retreat, again and not וְלֹ֥א (wə·lō) Conjunctive waw | Adverb - Negative particle Strong's 3808: Not, no return? יָשֽׁוּב׃ (yā·šūḇ) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 7725: To turn back, in, to retreat, again Links Jeremiah 8:4 NIVJeremiah 8:4 NLT Jeremiah 8:4 ESV Jeremiah 8:4 NASB Jeremiah 8:4 KJV Jeremiah 8:4 BibleApps.com Jeremiah 8:4 Biblia Paralela Jeremiah 8:4 Chinese Bible Jeremiah 8:4 French Bible Jeremiah 8:4 Catholic Bible OT Prophets: Jeremiah 8:4 Moreover you shall tell them Thus says (Jer.) |