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Jeremiah 6:16

King James Version (KJV)

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Jeremiah 6:16

Verse 16 of 30

Scripture focus

Thus saith the LORD, Stand ye in the ways, and see, and ask for the old paths, where [is] the good way, and walk therein, and ye shall find rest for your souls. But they said, We will not walk [therein].

Jeremiah 6:16 — KJV

Commentary

Commentary on Jeremiah 6:16

Theological / Devotional

Stand ye in the ways. The metaphor is that of a traveler who, having lost his way, stations himself at the juncture of several different roads, carefully considering and diligently inquiring after the right one.

The old paths. The true road was the one on which Judah’s godly forefathers had walked. The observance of the ethical and moral principles of the covenant would bring the highest spiritual blessings to the nation and to individuals (see PK 411).

Rest for your souls. He who walks in the path that God directs will find peace and quietude (see on Matt. 11:28, 29).

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