Jeremiah 29:9

For they prophesy falsely unto you in my name: I have not sent them, saith the LORD.

King James Version

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Other Translations for Jeremiah 29:9

BSB

For they are falsely prophesying to you in My name; I have not sent them, declares the LORD."

AKJV

For they prophesy falsely to you in my name: I have not sent them, said the LORD.

CPDV

For they prophesy falsely to you in my name, and I have not sent them, says the Lord.

ERV

For they prophesy falsely unto you in my name: I have not sent them, saith the LORD.

NHEB

For they prophesy falsely to you in my name: I have not sent them,' says the LORD.

SMT

For they are prophesying in falsehood to you in my name: I sent them not, says Jehovah.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Jeremiah 29:9

FortheyprophesyH5012Verb falselyH8267Noun MasculineuntoyouinmynameH8034Noun MasculineIhavenotsentH7971VerbthemsaithH5002Noun MasculinetheLORDH3068Proper Name

Commentary for Jeremiah 29:9

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry

Overview of Jeremiah 29:9

Summary

False prophets speak unauthorized messages claiming divine authority

Place

Babylon

Event

Condemnation of false prophets

Estimated Time Period

c. 595 BC