Jeremiah 17:14
New International Version
Heal me, LORD, and I will be healed; save me and I will be saved, for you are the one I praise.

New Living Translation
O LORD, if you heal me, I will be truly healed; if you save me, I will be truly saved. My praises are for you alone!

English Standard Version
Heal me, O LORD, and I shall be healed; save me, and I shall be saved, for you are my praise.

Berean Standard Bible
Heal me, O LORD, and I will be healed; save me, and I will be saved, for You are my praise.

King James Bible
Heal me, O LORD, and I shall be healed; save me, and I shall be saved: for thou art my praise.

New King James Version
Heal me, O LORD, and I shall be healed; Save me, and I shall be saved, For You are my praise.

New American Standard Bible
Heal me, LORD, and I will be healed; Save me and I will be saved, For You are my praise.

NASB 1995
Heal me, O LORD, and I will be healed; Save me and I will be saved, For You are my praise.

NASB 1977
Heal me, O LORD, and I will be healed; Save me and I will be saved, For Thou art my praise.

Legacy Standard Bible
Heal me, O Yahweh, and I will be healed; Save me and I will be saved, For You are my praise.

Amplified Bible
Heal me, O LORD, and I will be healed; Save me and I will be saved, For You are my praise.

Christian Standard Bible
Heal me, LORD, and I will be healed; save me, and I will be saved, for you are my praise.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Heal me, LORD, and I will be healed; save me, and I will be saved, for You are my praise.

American Standard Version
Heal me, O Jehovah, and I shall be healed; save me, and I shall be saved: for thou art my praise.

Contemporary English Version
You, LORD, are the one I praise. So heal me and rescue me! Then I will be completely well and perfectly safe.

English Revised Version
Heal me, O LORD, and I shall be healed; save me, and I shall be saved: for thou art my praise.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Heal me, O LORD, and I will be healed. Rescue me, and I will be rescued. You are the one I praise.

Good News Translation
LORD, heal me and I will be completely well; rescue me and I will be perfectly safe. You are the one I praise!

International Standard Version
Heal me, LORD, and I'll be healed; deliver me, and I'll be delivered, because you are my praise.

NET Bible
LORD, grant me relief from my suffering so that I may have some relief. Rescue me from those who persecute me so that I may be rescued.

New Heart English Bible
Heal me, O LORD, and I shall be healed; save me, and I shall be saved: for you are my praise.

Webster's Bible Translation
Heal me, O LORD, and I shall be healed; save me, and I shall be saved: for thou art my praise.
Majority Text Translations
Majority Standard Bible
Heal me, O LORD, and I will be healed; save me, and I will be saved, for You are my praise.

World English Bible
Heal me, O Yahweh, and I will be healed. Save me, and I will be saved; for you are my praise.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
Heal me, O YHWH, and I am healed, "" Save me, and I am saved, "" For You [are] my praise.

Young's Literal Translation
Heal me, O Jehovah, and I am healed, Save me, and I am saved, for my praise art Thou.

Smith's Literal Translation
Heal me, O Jehovah, and I shall be healed; save me, and I shall be saved: for thou my praise.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Heal me, O Lord, and I shall be healed: save me, and I shall be saved, for thou art my praise.

Catholic Public Domain Version
Heal me, O Lord, and I will be healed. Save me, and I will be saved. For you are my praise.

New American Bible
Heal me, LORD, that I may be healed; save me, that I may be saved, for you are my praise.

New Revised Standard Version
Heal me, O LORD, and I shall be healed; save me, and I shall be saved; for you are my praise.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Heal me, O LORD, and I shall be healed; save me, and I shall be saved; for thou art my praise.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
Heal me, LORD JEHOVAH, and I shall be healed! Save me, and I shall be saved, for you are my glory!
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
Heal me, O LORD, and I shall be healed; Save me, and I shall be saved; For Thou art my praise.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
Heal me, O Lord, and I shall be healed; save me, and I shall be saved; for thou art my boast.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Jeremiah's Prayer for Deliverance
13O LORD, the hope of Israel, all who abandon You will be put to shame. All who turn away will be written in the dust, for they have abandoned the LORD, the fountain of living water. 14Heal me, O LORD, and I will be healed; save me, and I will be saved, for You are my praise. 15Behold, they keep saying to me, “Where is the word of the LORD? Let it come now!”…

Cross References
Psalm 103:3
He who forgives all your iniquities and heals all your diseases,

Isaiah 53:5
But He was pierced for our transgressions, He was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was upon Him, and by His stripes we are healed.

Matthew 9:22
Jesus turned and saw her. “Take courage, daughter,” He said, “your faith has healed you.” And the woman was healed from that very hour.

James 5:15
And the prayer offered in faith will restore the one who is sick. The Lord will raise him up. If he has sinned, he will be forgiven.

Exodus 15:26
saying, “If you will listen carefully to the voice of the LORD your God, and do what is right in His eyes, and pay attention to His commands, and keep all His statutes, then I will not bring on you any of the diseases I inflicted on the Egyptians. For I am the LORD who heals you.”

1 Peter 2:24
He Himself bore our sins in His body on the tree, so that we might die to sin and live to righteousness. “By His stripes you are healed.”

Psalm 30:2
O LORD my God, I cried to You for help, and You healed me.

Luke 17:19
Then Jesus said to him, “Rise and go; your faith has made you well!”

Hosea 6:1
Come, let us return to the LORD. For He has torn us to pieces, but He will heal us; He has wounded us, but He will bind up our wounds.

Mark 5:34
“Daughter,” said Jesus, “your faith has healed you. Go in peace and be free of your affliction.”

Psalm 41:4
I said, “O LORD, be gracious to me; heal me, for I have sinned against You.”

2 Chronicles 7:14
and if My people who are called by My name humble themselves and pray and seek My face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, forgive their sin, and heal their land.

Matthew 8:8
The centurion answered, “Lord, I am not worthy to have You come under my roof. But just say the word, and my servant will be healed.

Isaiah 57:18-19
I have seen his ways, but I will heal him; I will guide him and restore comfort to him and his mourners, / bringing praise to their lips. Peace, peace to those far and near,” says the LORD, “and I will heal them.”

John 5:14
Afterward, Jesus found the man at the temple and said to him, “See, you have been made well. Stop sinning, or something worse may happen to you.”


Treasury of Scripture

Heal me, O LORD, and I shall be healed; save me, and I shall be saved: for you are my praise.

Heal.

Jeremiah 31:18
I have surely heard Ephraim bemoaning himself thus; Thou hast chastised me, and I was chastised, as a bullock unaccustomed to the yoke: turn thou me, and I shall be turned; for thou art the LORD my God.

Deuteronomy 32:39
See now that I, even I, am he, and there is no god with me: I kill, and I make alive; I wound, and I heal: neither is there any that can deliver out of my hand.

Psalm 6:2,4
Have mercy upon me, O LORD; for I am weak: O LORD, heal me; for my bones are vexed…

save.

Jeremiah 15:20
And I will make thee unto this people a fenced brasen wall: and they shall fight against thee, but they shall not prevail against thee: for I am with thee to save thee and to deliver thee, saith the LORD.

Psalm 60:5
That thy beloved may be delivered; save with thy right hand, and hear me.

Psalm 106:47
Save us, O LORD our God, and gather us from among the heathen, to give thanks unto thy holy name, and to triumph in thy praise.

thou.

Deuteronomy 10:21
He is thy praise, and he is thy God, that hath done for thee these great and terrible things, which thine eyes have seen.

Psalm 109:1
To the chief Musician, A Psalm of David. Hold not thy peace, O God of my praise;

Psalm 148:14
He also exalteth the horn of his people, the praise of all his saints; even of the children of Israel, a people near unto him. Praise ye the LORD.

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Jeremiah 17
1. The captivity of Judah for her sin.
5. Trust in man is cursed;
7. in God is blessed.
9. The deceitful heart cannot deceive God.
12. The salvation of God.
15. The prophet complains of the mockers of his prophecy.
19. He is sent to renew the covenant in hallowing the Sabbath.














Heal me, O LORD, and I will be healed;
This phrase reflects a deep reliance on God as the ultimate healer, both physically and spiritually. In the context of Jeremiah, the prophet often speaks to a nation in need of spiritual healing due to its idolatry and disobedience. The plea for healing can be seen as a request for restoration and renewal. Biblically, God is frequently depicted as a healer (Exodus 15:26), and this aligns with the understanding of God as Jehovah Rapha, "The Lord who heals." The certainty expressed in "I will be healed" underscores faith in God's power and willingness to restore.

save me, and I will be saved,
The request for salvation here is not just about physical deliverance but also spiritual salvation. Jeremiah's ministry occurred during a time of impending judgment on Judah, and the call for salvation is a plea for deliverance from both external threats and internal corruption. This phrase echoes the assurance found in other scriptures, such as Psalm 18:2, where God is described as a deliverer. The certainty of "I will be saved" reflects a trust in God's covenant faithfulness and His ability to rescue His people.

for You are my praise.
This declaration shifts the focus from the petition to the reason for confidence in God's response. By stating "You are my praise," Jeremiah acknowledges that God is the source of all good and worthy of worship. This phrase indicates a relationship where God is not only the healer and savior but also the object of adoration and gratitude. It connects to the broader biblical theme of God being worthy of praise (Psalm 22:3) and highlights the importance of worship in the believer's life. The acknowledgment of God as "my praise" suggests a personal and communal recognition of His sovereignty and goodness.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Jeremiah
The prophet who authored the book, known for his messages of judgment and hope to the people of Judah.

2. Judah
The southern kingdom of Israel, facing impending judgment due to their disobedience and idolatry.

3. The LORD (Yahweh)
The covenant God of Israel, who is both just and merciful, and the one Jeremiah calls upon for healing and salvation.
Teaching Points
Dependence on God for Healing and Salvation
Jeremiah's plea underscores the necessity of turning to God for both physical and spiritual healing. Believers are encouraged to seek God first in times of need.

Faith in God's Power
The verse highlights the importance of faith in God's ability to heal and save. Trusting in God's power is essential for experiencing His healing and salvation.

God as Our Praise
Recognizing God as our praise means acknowledging His sovereignty and goodness in all circumstances. This attitude fosters a heart of worship and gratitude.

The Role of Prayer
Jeremiah's prayer is a model for believers, showing that earnest, faith-filled prayer is a vital component of the Christian life.

Holistic Healing
The verse suggests that God's healing encompasses both physical and spiritual dimensions, reminding believers of the comprehensive nature of God's care.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Jeremiah 17:14?

2. How can we seek God's healing as Jeremiah does in Jeremiah 17:14?

3. What does "You are my praise" reveal about Jeremiah's relationship with God?

4. How does Jeremiah 17:14 connect with James 5:15 on prayer and healing?

5. In what ways can we declare God's praise in our daily lives?

6. How does trusting God for healing strengthen our faith and reliance on Him?

7. How does Jeremiah 17:14 reflect God's role as a healer in our lives today?

8. What historical context influenced Jeremiah's plea for healing and salvation in 17:14?

9. How does Jeremiah 17:14 challenge our understanding of divine intervention in personal struggles?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Jeremiah 17?

11. What are the characteristics of God?

12. Who is Jehovah Rapha, the Lord who heals?

13. What does the Bible say about abortion healing?

14. Are there multiple names for God?
What Does Jeremiah 17:14 Mean
Heal me, O LORD

Jeremiah’s opening cry is intensely personal—he looks past every human remedy to the LORD Himself. • In Exodus 15:26 the LORD identifies Himself as “the LORD who heals you,” so Jeremiah roots his plea in God’s covenant character. • David echoes the same trust in Psalm 103:2–3, blessing the LORD “who heals all your diseases.” • Isaiah 53:5 foretells that “by His stripes we are healed,” a promise Christ confirms when He heals “all who were sick” (Matthew 8:16–17). Like those earlier voices, Jeremiah acknowledges that only God’s touch restores body, mind, and spirit.


and I will be healed

The prophet moves from request to confidence: if God acts, the outcome is certain. • When David cried, “O LORD my God, I cried to You for help, and You healed me” (Psalm 30:2), healing followed. • Jesus told the woman with the issue of blood, “Daughter, your faith has made you well” (Mark 5:34), and she was instantly whole. • At the pool of Bethesda, Christ’s word—“Get up!”—produced immediate strength (John 5:8–9). Jeremiah shares that settled assurance: divine healing is never partial or tentative.


save me

Beyond physical restoration, Jeremiah asks for rescue from the sin and judgment looming over Judah. • “This poor man cried, and the LORD heard him and saved him out of all his troubles” (Psalm 34:6) mirrors his appeal. • Romans 10:13 promises, “Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved,” showing the timeless breadth of salvation. • Peter proclaims that “there is no other name under heaven given to men by which we must be saved” (Acts 4:12). Jeremiah trusts in that exclusive, sovereign deliverance.


and I will be saved

Again the prophet anchors his hope in God’s reliability. • “My salvation and my honor rest on God” (Psalm 62:1–2) sets the same tone of certainty. • Jesus assures His sheep, “No one can snatch them out of My hand” (John 10:28–29); eternal security flows from His grip, not ours. • John writes, “You who believe in the name of the Son of God…know that you have eternal life” (1 John 5:13). Jeremiah voices that settled “know”—the rescue God begins, He completes.


for You are my praise

The motive behind every petition is worship. • Moses told Israel, “He is your praise; He is your God” (Deuteronomy 10:21), and Jeremiah adopts the same confession. • God “inhabits the praises of Israel” (Psalm 22:3); healing and salvation become fresh reasons for celebration. • Hebrews 13:15 urges believers to offer “the sacrifice of praise.” • In heaven the redeemed sing a new song to the Lamb (Revelation 5:9–10); Jeremiah’s declaration anticipates that eternal chorus. When the LORD is our praise, His glory, not our comfort, is the chief aim of every answer.


summary

Jeremiah 17:14 entwines desperate need with unshakeable confidence: the LORD alone heals and saves, and when He acts, the results are final and complete. Every cry for help is driven by a higher goal—God’s praise. The verse invites us to turn first to the Lord, trust fully in His power to restore and redeem, and then magnify His name for the wholeness only He can give.

(14) Heal me.--The prophet, consciously or unconsciously, contrasts himself with the deserters from Jehovah. He needs "healing" and "salvation," but he knows where to seek for them, and is sure that his Lord will not leave the work incomplete. The prayer of the prophet is like that of the Psalmist (Psalm 6:2; Psalm 30:2). In "thou art my praise" we have an echo of Deuteronomy 10:21; Psalm 71:6.

Verses 14-18. - A prayer of the prophet in this his hour of need. He who makes his boast of Jehovah may reckon upon his help. This is Jeremiah's principle. He prays for healing, Heal me... and I shall be - rather, that I may be - healed. He is one of those "broken in heart," whom Jehovah alone can "heal" (Psalm 147:3).

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Heal me,
רְפָאֵ֤נִי (rə·p̄ā·’ê·nî)
Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine singular | first person common singular
Strong's 7495: To mend, to cure

O LORD,
יְהוָה֙ (Yah·weh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel

and I will be healed;
וְאֵ֣רָפֵ֔א (wə·’ê·rā·p̄ê)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Nifal - Conjunctive imperfect Cohortative if contextual - first person common singular
Strong's 7495: To mend, to cure

save me,
הוֹשִׁיעֵ֖נִי (hō·wō·šî·‘ê·nî)
Verb - Hifil - Imperative - masculine singular | first person common singular
Strong's 3467: To be open, wide, free, to be safe, to free, succor

and I will be saved,
וְאִוָּשֵׁ֑עָה (wə·’iw·wā·šê·‘āh)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Nifal - Conjunctive imperfect Cohortative - first person common singular
Strong's 3467: To be open, wide, free, to be safe, to free, succor

for
כִּ֥י (kî)
Conjunction
Strong's 3588: A relative conjunction

You
אָֽתָּה׃ (’āt·tāh)
Pronoun - second person masculine singular
Strong's 859: Thou and thee, ye and you

are my praise.
תְהִלָּתִ֖י (ṯə·hil·lā·ṯî)
Noun - feminine singular construct | first person common singular
Strong's 8416: Praise, song of praise


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