Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version I have told you today, but you still have not obeyed the LORD your God in all he sent me to tell you. New Living Translation And today I have told you exactly what he said, but you will not obey the LORD your God any better now than you have in the past. English Standard Version And I have this day declared it to you, but you have not obeyed the voice of the LORD your God in anything that he sent me to tell you. Berean Standard Bible For I have told you today, but you have not obeyed the voice of the LORD your God in all He has sent me to tell you. Berean Literal Bible And I have declared it to you⁺ this day, and you⁺ have not listened to the voice of YHWH your⁺ God, and in all that He has sent me to you⁺. King James Bible And now I have this day declared it to you; but ye have not obeyed the voice of the LORD your God, nor any thing for the which he hath sent me unto you. New King James Version And I have this day declared it to you, but you have not obeyed the voice of the LORD your God, or anything which He has sent you by me. New American Standard Bible So I have told you today, but you have not obeyed the LORD your God in whatever He has sent me to tell you. NASB 1995 So I have told you today, but you have not obeyed the LORD your God, even in whatever He has sent me to tell you. NASB 1977 So, I have told you today, but you have not obeyed the LORD your God, even in whatever He has sent me to tell you. Legacy Standard Bible So I have told you today, but you have not listened to the voice of Yahweh your God, even according to all that He has sent me to tell you. Amplified Bible And so I have told you today, but you have not listened to the voice of the LORD your God, in anything that He has sent me to tell you. Berean Annotated Bible For I have told you⁺ today, but you⁺ have not obeyed the voice of the LORD your⁺ God {YHWH Eloheikem} in all He has sent me to tell you⁺. Christian Standard Bible For I have told you today, but you have not obeyed the LORD your God in everything he has sent me to tell you. Holman Christian Standard Bible For I have told you today, but you have not obeyed the voice of the LORD your God in everything He has sent me to tell you. American Standard Version And I have this day declared it to you; but ye have not obeyed the voice of Jehovah your God in anything for which he hath sent me unto you. Contemporary English Version because now that I have given you the LORD's answer, you refuse to obey him. English Revised Version and I have this day declared it to you; but ye have not obeyed the voice of the LORD your God in any thing for the which he hath sent me unto you. GOD'S WORD® Translation I have told you today, but you won't obey anything the LORD your God sent me to tell you. Good News Translation And now I have told you, but you are disobeying everything that the LORD our God sent me to tell you. International Standard Version I've told you today, but you haven't obeyed the LORD your God in all that he sent me to tell you. NET Bible This day I have told you what he said. But you do not want to obey the LORD by doing what he sent me to tell you. New Heart English Bible and I have this day declared it to you; but you have not obeyed the voice of the LORD your God in anything for which he has sent me to you. Webster's Bible Translation And now I have this day declared it to you; but ye have not obeyed the voice of the LORD your God, nor any thing for which he hath sent me to you. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleFor I have told you today, but you have not obeyed the voice of the LORD your God in all He has sent me to tell you. World English Bible I have declared it to you today; but you have not obeyed Yahweh your God’s voice in anything for which he has sent me to you. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand I declare to you today, and you have not listened to the voice of your God YHWH, and to anything with which He has sent me to you. Berean Literal Bible And I have declared it to you⁺ this day, and you⁺ have not listened to the voice of YHWH your⁺ God, and in all that He has sent me to you⁺. Young's Literal Translation and I declare to you to-day, and ye have not hearkened to the voice of Jehovah your God, and to anything with which He hath sent me unto you. Smith's Literal Translation And I will announce to you this day; and ye heard not to the voice of Jehovah your God, and to all which he sent me to you. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd now I have declared it to you this day, and ;you have not obeyed the voice of the Lord your God, with regard to all the things for which he hath sent me to you. Catholic Public Domain Version And I have announced it to you this day, and you have not heeded the voice of the Lord your God, concerning everything about which he has sent me to you. New American Bible Today I have told you, but you have not listened to the voice of the LORD your God, in anything that he has sent me to tell you. New Revised Standard Version So I have told you today, but you have not obeyed the voice of the LORD your God in anything that he sent me to tell you. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd this day I have declared to you; but you have not obeyed the voice of the LORD your God; anything for which he has sent me to you, you have not done. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And I have shown you today, and you have not listened to the voice of LORD JEHOVAH your God, and concerning all that he has sent me to you, you have not done OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917and I have this day declared it to you; but ye have not hearkened to the voice of the LORD your God in any thing for which He hath sent me unto you. Brenton Septuagint Translation And ye have not hearkened to the voice of the Lord, with which he sent me to you. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Warning Against Going to Egypt…20For you have deceived yourselves by sending me to the LORD your God, saying, ‘Pray to the LORD our God on our behalf, and as for all that the LORD our God says, tell it to us and we will do it.’ 21For I have told you today, but you have not obeyed the voice of the LORD your God in all He has sent me to tell you. 22Now therefore, know for sure that by sword and famine and plague you will die in the place where you desire to go to reside.”… Cross References For I have told you today Deuteronomy 8:19 If you ever forget the LORD your God and go after other gods to worship and bow down to them, I testify against you today that you will surely perish. Deuteronomy 30:19 I call heaven and earth as witnesses against you today that I have set before you life and death, blessing and cursing. Therefore choose life, so that you and your descendants may live, Deuteronomy 30:15 See, I have set before you today life and prosperity, as well as death and disaster. but you have not obeyed Deuteronomy 28:15 If, however, you do not obey the LORD your God by carefully following all His commandments and statutes I am giving you today, all these curses will come upon you and overtake you: Deuteronomy 9:23 And when the LORD sent you out from Kadesh-barnea, He said, “Go up and possess the land that I have given you.” But you rebelled against the command of the LORD your God. You neither believed Him nor obeyed Him. Nehemiah 9:16 But they and our fathers became arrogant and stiff-necked and did not obey Your commandments. the voice of the LORD your God Deuteronomy 28:1 “Now if you faithfully obey the voice of the LORD your God and are careful to follow all His commandments I am giving you today, the LORD your God will set you high above all the nations of the earth. Deuteronomy 13:4 You are to follow the LORD your God and fear Him. Keep His commandments and listen to His voice; serve Him and hold fast to Him. Deuteronomy 30:20 and that you may love the LORD your God, obey Him, and hold fast to Him. For He is your life, and He will prolong your life in the land that the LORD swore to give to your fathers, to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob.” in all He has sent me to tell you. Deuteronomy 18:18-19 I will raise up for them a prophet like you from among their brothers. I will put My words in his mouth, and he will tell them everything I command him. / And I will hold accountable anyone who does not listen to My words that the prophet speaks in My name. Jeremiah 26:2 “This is what the LORD says: Stand in the courtyard of the house of the LORD and speak all the words I have commanded you to speak to all the cities of Judah who come to worship there. Do not omit a word. Jeremiah 1:7 But the LORD told me: “Do not say, ‘I am only a child.’ For to everyone I send you, you must go, and all that I command you, you must speak. Isaiah 30:1-2 “Woe to the rebellious children,” declares the LORD, “to those who carry out a plan that is not Mine, who form an alliance, but against My will, heaping up sin upon sin. / They set out to go down to Egypt without asking My advice, to seek shelter under Pharaoh’s protection and take refuge in Egypt’s shade. Ezekiel 33:31-32 So My people come to you as usual, sit before you, and hear your words; but they do not put them into practice. Although they express love with their mouths, their hearts pursue dishonest gain. / Indeed, you are to them like a singer of love songs with a beautiful voice, who skillfully plays an instrument. They hear your words but do not put them into practice. 2 Kings 17:13-14 Yet through all His prophets and seers, the LORD warned Israel and Judah, saying, “Turn from your wicked ways and keep My commandments and statutes, according to the entire Law that I commanded your fathers and delivered to you through My servants the prophets.” / But they would not listen, and they stiffened their necks like their fathers, who did not believe the LORD their God. Zechariah 7:11-13 But they refused to pay attention and turned a stubborn shoulder; they stopped up their ears from hearing. / They made their hearts like flint and would not listen to the law or to the words that the LORD of Hosts had sent by His Spirit through the earlier prophets. Therefore great anger came from the LORD of Hosts. / And just as I had called and they would not listen, so when they called I would not listen, says the LORD of Hosts. Treasury of Scripture And now I have this day declared it to you; but you have not obeyed the voice of the LORD your God, nor any thing for the which he has sent me to you. I have Deuteronomy 11:26,27 Behold, I set before you this day a blessing and a curse; … Ezekiel 2:7 And thou shalt speak my words unto them, whether they will hear, or whether they will forbear: for they are most rebellious. Ezekiel 3:17 Son of man, I have made thee a watchman unto the house of Israel: therefore hear the word at my mouth, and give them warning from me. but Jeremiah 7:24-27 But they hearkened not, nor inclined their ear, but walked in the counsels and in the imagination of their evil heart, and went backward, and not forward… Deuteronomy 29:19 And it come to pass, when he heareth the words of this curse, that he bless himself in his heart, saying, I shall have peace, though I walk in the imagination of mine heart, to add drunkenness to thirst: Zechariah 7:11,12 But they refused to hearken, and pulled away the shoulder, and stopped their ears, that they should not hear… Jump to Previous Clear Declare Declared Hearkened Obeyed Today Voice WhateverJump to Next Clear Declare Declared Hearkened Obeyed Today Voice WhateverJeremiah 42 1. Johanan desires Jeremiah to enquire of God, promising obedience to his will.7. Jeremiah assures him of safety in Judea; 13. and destruction in Egypt. 19. He reproves their hypocrisy. For I have told you today This phrase indicates a specific moment of communication, emphasizing the immediacy and urgency of the message. Jeremiah, as a prophet, often delivered messages that required immediate attention and action. The context here is post-exilic, where the remnant of Judah is seeking guidance after the fall of Jerusalem. Jeremiah's role as a prophet was to convey God's will directly to the people, highlighting the importance of listening to prophetic voices. but you have not obeyed the voice of the LORD your God in all He has sent me to tell you Persons / Places / Events 1. JeremiahA prophet called by God to deliver His messages to the people of Judah. Known for his perseverance in delivering God's word despite opposition. 2. The Remnant of Judah The group of Israelites left in Judah after the Babylonian exile. They sought guidance from Jeremiah on whether to flee to Egypt or stay in Judah. 3. Egypt The place where the remnant considered fleeing to escape the Babylonian threat, despite God's instructions to remain in Judah. 4. The Voice of the LORD Represents God's direct communication and commandments given through His prophet, Jeremiah. 5. Disobedience The central issue addressed in this verse, highlighting the people's failure to heed God's instructions. Teaching Points The Importance of ObedienceObedience to God's word is crucial for receiving His blessings and guidance. Disobedience leads to consequences and missed opportunities for His protection and provision. Seeking God's Guidance Like the remnant of Judah, we often seek God's guidance in times of uncertainty. However, it is essential to follow through with obedience once His will is revealed. The Role of Prophets and Scripture God uses prophets and His written word to communicate His will. We must respect and adhere to these messages as they are divinely inspired. Consequences of Disobedience Ignoring God's instructions can lead to spiritual and physical consequences. Reflect on past experiences where disobedience led to negative outcomes. Trust in God's Plan Even when God's instructions seem counterintuitive, like staying in a land under threat, trust that His plan is for our ultimate good. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Jeremiah 42:21?2. How does Jeremiah 42:21 emphasize the importance of obeying God's commands today? 3. What consequences arise from ignoring God's warnings in Jeremiah 42:21? 4. How does Jeremiah 42:21 connect to the theme of obedience in Deuteronomy 28? 5. In what ways can we ensure we "have not obeyed" God's voice today? 6. How can Jeremiah 42:21 guide our decision-making in challenging situations? 7. What is the historical context of Jeremiah 42:21? 8. How does Jeremiah 42:21 challenge obedience to God's commands? 9. What theological themes are present in Jeremiah 42:21? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Jeremiah 42? 11. Why does Jeremiah 21:4-7 depict God actively fighting against His own people, contradicting the notion of a loving deity? 12. Jeremiah 42:1-6: If the people truly sought God's guidance, why did they ignore it immediately after receiving Jeremiah's answer? 13. Jeremiah 42:11-12: The text promises divine protection from Babylon; do non-biblical historical records confirm or contradict this claim? 14. Do the promises in Jer 42 about the safety of the remnant conflict with the calamities in Jer 43? What Does Jeremiah 42:21 Mean For I have told you today• Jeremiah has just delivered God’s answer to the remnant that begged him for guidance (Jeremiah 42:1-6). • “Today” stresses immediacy; the people could not plead ignorance. Compare Deuteronomy 30:15-16—“See, I have set before you today life and good, death and evil,” an urgent call for a present-tense response. • God often marks a decisive moment by saying “today,” pressing for a verdict (Joshua 24:15; Hebrews 3:15). but you have not obeyed • Their hearts were already set on fleeing to Egypt (Jeremiah 41:17 – 42:19). The refusal was willful, not accidental. • The contrast between hearing and obeying runs through Scripture: “I spoke to you again and again, but you did not listen” (Jeremiah 7:13); “Be doers of the word, and not hearers only” (James 1:22). • Disobedience is measured not by emotion or intention but by action; they would prove unbelief by boarding the road to Egypt. the voice of the LORD your God • “Voice” highlights personal relationship—He speaks; His people answer. Exodus 15:26 ties blessing to “diligently listening to the voice of the LORD your God.” • By saying “your God,” Jeremiah reminds them of covenant identity. Their rebellion is not merely breaking advice but betraying a Redeemer (Jeremiah 31:32). • Jesus echoes the same principle: “My sheep hear My voice, and I know them, and they follow Me” (John 10:27). in all He has sent me • Jeremiah claims no private agenda; every word came from God’s commission (Jeremiah 1:7 - 9). Rejecting the message equals rejecting the Sender. • God repeatedly “sent” prophets, rising early in His compassion (2 Chronicles 36:15-16). Ignoring them led Judah to the exile they were now living through. • Complete obedience is the standard: partial acceptance is still disobedience (1 Samuel 15:22-23). to tell you • Prophets are mouthpieces, not editors. Jeremiah delivered “all the words of the LORD—not keeping back a word” (Jeremiah 26:2; cf. Acts 20:27). • God’s instructions were clear: remain in the land, trust His protection, and He would plant and build them (Jeremiah 42:10-12). • The clarity of revelation removes every excuse; refusal springs from unbelief, not confusion (John 12:48). summary Jeremiah 42:21 exposes a hard truth: God spoke plainly and promptly, yet His people chose their own path. The verse underscores immediate responsibility (“today”), deliberate rebellion (“you have not obeyed”), relational breach (“the voice of the LORD your God”), prophetic authority (“in all He has sent me”), and the completeness of the message (“to tell you”). Obedience to every revealed word remains the dividing line between covenant faithfulness and ruin. Hebrew For I have toldוָאַגִּ֥ד (wā·’ag·giḏ) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Consecutive imperfect - first person common singular Strong's 5046: To be conspicuous you לָכֶ֖ם (lā·ḵem) Preposition | second person masculine plural Strong's Hebrew today, הַיּ֑וֹם (hay·yō·wm) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 3117: A day but you have not וְלֹ֣א (wə·lō) Conjunctive waw | Adverb - Negative particle Strong's 3808: Not, no obeyed שְׁמַעְתֶּ֗ם (šə·ma‘·tem) Verb - Qal - Perfect - second person masculine plural Strong's 8085: To hear intelligently the voice בְּקוֹל֙ (bə·qō·wl) Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 6963: A voice, sound of the LORD יְהוָ֣ה (Yah·weh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel your God אֱלֹֽהֵיכֶ֔ם (’ĕ·lō·hê·ḵem) Noun - masculine plural construct | second person masculine plural Strong's 430: gods -- the supreme God, magistrates, a superlative in all וּלְכֹ֖ל (ū·lə·ḵōl) Conjunctive waw, Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every He has sent me שְׁלָחַ֥נִי (šə·lā·ḥa·nî) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular | first person common singular Strong's 7971: To send away, for, out to tell you. אֲלֵיכֶֽם׃ (’ă·lê·ḵem) Preposition | second person masculine plural Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to Links Jeremiah 42:21 NIVJeremiah 42:21 NLT Jeremiah 42:21 ESV Jeremiah 42:21 NASB Jeremiah 42:21 KJV Jeremiah 42:21 BibleApps.com Jeremiah 42:21 Biblia Paralela Jeremiah 42:21 Chinese Bible Jeremiah 42:21 French Bible Jeremiah 42:21 Catholic Bible OT Prophets: Jeremiah 42:21 And I have this day declared it (Jer.) |
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