Jeremiah 23:31

Behold, I am against the prophets, saith the LORD, that use their tongues, and say, He saith.

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Other Translations for Jeremiah 23:31

BSB
"Yes," declares the LORD, "I am against the prophets who wag their own tongues and proclaim, 'The LORD declares it.'"
AKJV
Behold, I am against the prophets, said the LORD, that use their tongues, and say, He said.
CPDV
Behold, I am against the prophets, says the Lord, who take up their tongues and say: 'The Lord says it.'
ERV
Behold, I am against the prophets, saith the LORD, that use their tongues, and say, He saith.
NHEB
Look, I am against the prophets,' says the LORD, 'who use their tongues, and say, "He says."
SMT
Behold me against the prophets, says Jehovah, taking their tongue, and they will mutter an oracle.

Commentary for Jeremiah 23:31

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Jeremiah 23:31
Summary
God opposes those who falsely claim divine authorization.
Event
God condemns false prophetic claims
Estimated Time Period
c. 600 BC
Category
Judgment