Who Was Jeremiah in the Bible?

Jun 27,2025 00:00

Who Was Jeremiah in the Bible?

Jeremiah, known as the “weeping prophet,” ministered in Judah from c. 627–586 BC. He witnessed his nation’s slide into idolatry, Babylon’s siege of Jerusalem, and the exile’s onset.

Call and Ministry

As a youth, Jeremiah received a daunting commission: “Before thou camest forth out of the womb I sanctified thee…” (Jer 1:5). Despite his protests, God equipped him to deliver hard messages of judgment and hope.

Major Themes

  • Judgment: Idolatry would bring Babylonian conquest (Jer 2–6).
  • Repentance: Calls to return to God’s ways (Jer 3:12–14).
  • New Covenant Promise: God will write His law on hearts (Jer 31:31–34).

Personal Cost

Persecuted and imprisoned, Jeremiah’s personal laments (Lamentations) express deep sorrow over Jerusalem’s fall, yet cling tenaciously to God’s faithfulness.

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