Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Should I not punish them for this?” declares the LORD. “Should I not avenge myself on such a nation as this? New Living Translation Should I not punish them for this?” says the LORD. “Should I not avenge myself against such a nation? English Standard Version Shall I not punish them for these things? declares the LORD; and shall I not avenge myself on a nation such as this? Berean Standard Bible Should I not punish them for these things?” declares the LORD. “Should I not avenge Myself on such a nation as this? King James Bible Shall I not visit for these things? saith the LORD: and shall not my soul be avenged on such a nation as this? New King James Version Shall I not punish them for these things?” says the LORD. “And shall I not avenge Myself on such a nation as this? New American Standard Bible “Shall I not punish them for these things?” declares the LORD, “And shall I not avenge Myself On a nation such as this? NASB 1995 “Shall I not punish these people,” declares the LORD, “And on a nation such as this Shall I not avenge Myself? NASB 1977 “Shall I not punish these people,” declares the LORD, “And on a nation such as this Shall I not avenge Myself? Legacy Standard Bible Shall I not punish these people,” declares Yahweh, “And on a nation such as this Shall I not avenge Myself? Amplified Bible “Shall I not punish them [for these things]?” says the LORD; “Shall I not avenge Myself On a nation such as this?” Christian Standard Bible Should I not punish them for these things? This is the LORD’s declaration. Should I not avenge myself on such a nation as this? Holman Christian Standard Bible Should I not punish them for these things? This is the LORD’s declaration. Should I not avenge Myself on such a nation as this? American Standard Version Shall I not visit for these things? saith Jehovah; and shall not my soul be avenged on such a nation as this? Contemporary English Version Why shouldn't I punish the people of Judah? English Revised Version shall I not visit for these things? saith the LORD: and shall not my soul be avenged on such a nation as this? GOD'S WORD® Translation I will punish them for these things," declares the LORD. "I will punish this nation. Good News Translation Shouldn't I punish them for these things and take revenge on a nation such as this? International Standard Version "Should I not punish them for these things?" asks the LORD, "And on a nation like this, should I not seek retribution?" Majority Standard Bible Should I not punish them for these things?? declares the LORD. ?Should I not avenge Myself on such a nation as this? NET Bible I will surely punish them for doing such things!" says the LORD. "I will surely bring retribution on such a nation as this!" New Heart English Bible Shouldn't I punish them for these things?" says the LORD; "and shouldn't my soul be avenged on such a nation as this? Webster's Bible Translation Shall I not visit for these things? saith the LORD: and shall not my soul be avenged on such a nation as this? World English Bible Shouldn’t I punish them for these things?” says Yahweh. “Shouldn’t my soul be avenged on such a nation as this? Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionDo I not lay a charge for these?” A declaration of YHWH, “And on a nation such as this, "" Does My soul not avenge itself? Young's Literal Translation For these do I not lay a charge? An affirmation of Jehovah, And on a nation such as this, Doth not My soul avenge itself? Smith's Literal Translation For these shall I not review? says Jehovah; and shalt not my soul be avenged upon a nation such as this? Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleShall I not visit for these things, sayeth the Lord? and shall not my soul take revenge on such a nation? Catholic Public Domain Version Shall I not visit against these things, says the Lord? And shall my soul not take vengeance on a nation such as this? New American Bible Should I not punish them for this?—oracle of the LORD; on a nation like this should I not take vengeance? New Revised Standard Version Shall I not punish them for these things? says the LORD; and shall I not bring retribution on a nation such as this? Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleShall I not punish them for these things? says the LORD; and shall I not avenge myself on such a people as this? Peshitta Holy Bible Translated For these things shall I not adjudge, says LORD JEHOVAH, and with a people that is so, will not my soul be avenged? OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Shall I not punish for these things? Saith the LORD; And shall not My soul be avenged On such a nation as this? Brenton Septuagint Translation Shall I not visit for these things? saith the Lord: and shall not my soul be avenged on such a nation as this. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context No One is Just…8They are well-fed, lusty stallions, each neighing after his neighbor’s wife. 9Should I not punish them for these things?” declares the LORD. “ Should I not avenge Myself on such a nation as this? 10Go up through her vineyards and ravage them, but do not finish them off. Strip off her branches, for they do not belong to the LORD.… Cross References Jeremiah 9:9 Should I not punish them for these things? declares the LORD. Should I not avenge Myself on such a nation as this?” Isaiah 1:24 Therefore the Lord GOD of Hosts, the Mighty One of Israel, declares: “Ah, I will be relieved of My foes and avenge Myself on My enemies. Ezekiel 22:31 So I have poured out My indignation upon them and consumed them with the fire of My fury. I have brought their ways down upon their own heads, declares the Lord GOD.” Hosea 4:1-3 Hear the word of the LORD, O children of Israel, for the LORD has a case against the people of the land: “There is no truth, no loving devotion, and no knowledge of God in the land! / Cursing and lying, murder and stealing, and adultery are rampant; one act of bloodshed follows another. / Therefore the land mourns, and all who dwell in it will waste away with the beasts of the field and the birds of the air; even the fish of the sea disappear. Amos 3:2 “Only you have I known from all the families of the earth; therefore I will punish you for all your iniquities.” Micah 6:2 Hear, O mountains, the LORD’s indictment, you enduring foundations of the earth. For the LORD has a case against His people, and He will argue it against Israel: Zephaniah 3:8 Therefore wait for Me,” declares the LORD, “until the day I rise to testify. For My decision is to gather nations, to assemble kingdoms, to pour out upon them My indignation—all My burning anger. For all the earth will be consumed by the fire of My jealousy. Romans 2:5-6 But because of your hard and unrepentant heart, you are storing up wrath against yourself for the day of wrath, when God’s righteous judgment will be revealed. / God “will repay each one according to his deeds.” Romans 3:5-6 But if our unrighteousness highlights the righteousness of God, what shall we say? That God is unjust to inflict His wrath on us? I am speaking in human terms. / Certainly not! In that case, how could God judge the world? 2 Thessalonians 1:6-8 After all, it is only right for God to repay with affliction those who afflict you, / and to grant relief to you who are oppressed and to us as well. This will take place when the Lord Jesus is revealed from heaven with His mighty angels / in blazing fire, inflicting vengeance on those who do not know God and do not obey the gospel of our Lord Jesus. Revelation 6:10 And they cried out in a loud voice, “How long, O Lord, holy and true, until You judge those who dwell upon the earth and avenge our blood?” Isaiah 3:13-15 The LORD arises to contend; He stands to judge the people. / The LORD brings this charge against the elders and leaders of His people: “You have devoured the vineyard; the plunder of the poor is in your houses. / Why do you crush My people and grind the faces of the poor?” declares the Lord GOD of Hosts. Ezekiel 7:3-4 The end is now upon you, and I will unleash My anger against you. I will judge you according to your ways and repay you for all your abominations. / I will not look on you with pity, nor will I spare you, but I will punish you for your ways and for the abominations among you. Then you will know that I am the LORD.’ Hosea 12:2 The LORD has a charge to bring against Judah. He will punish Jacob according to his ways and repay him according to his deeds. Amos 9:8 Surely the eyes of the Lord GOD are on the sinful kingdom, and I will destroy it from the face of the earth. Yet I will not utterly destroy the house of Jacob,” declares the LORD. Treasury of Scripture Shall I not visit for these things? said the LORD: and shall not my soul be avenged on such a nation as this? I not visit. Jeremiah 5:29 Shall I not visit for these things? saith the LORD: shall not my soul be avenged on such a nation as this? Jeremiah 9:9 Shall I not visit them for these things? saith the LORD: shall not my soul be avenged on such a nation as this? Jeremiah 23:2 Therefore thus saith the LORD God of Israel against the pastors that feed my people; Ye have scattered my flock, and driven them away, and have not visited them: behold, I will visit upon you the evil of your doings, saith the LORD. and shall. Jeremiah 44:22 So that the LORD could no longer bear, because of the evil of your doings, and because of the abominations which ye have committed; therefore is your land a desolation, and an astonishment, and a curse, without an inhabitant, as at this day. Leviticus 26:25 And I will bring a sword upon you, that shall avenge the quarrel of my covenant: and when ye are gathered together within your cities, I will send the pestilence among you; and ye shall be delivered into the hand of the enemy. Deuteronomy 32:35,43 To me belongeth vengeance, and recompence; their foot shall slide in due time: for the day of their calamity is at hand, and the things that shall come upon them make haste… Jump to Previous Affirmation Avenge Avenged Charge Declares Itself Lay Nation Payment Punish Punishment Soul VisitJump to Next Affirmation Avenge Avenged Charge Declares Itself Lay Nation Payment Punish Punishment Soul VisitJeremiah 5 1. The judgments of God upon the people, for their perverseness;7. for their adultery; 10. for their impiety; 15. for their worship of idols; 19. for their contempt of God; 25. and for their great corruption in the civil state; 30. and ecclesiastical. Should I not punish them for these things?” declares the LORD. This phrase reflects God's justice and righteousness. In the context of Jeremiah 5, the people of Judah are guilty of idolatry, social injustice, and unfaithfulness. The rhetorical question emphasizes the inevitability of divine judgment due to their persistent sin. Biblically, God's character is consistent in His response to sin, as seen in other scriptures like Isaiah 13:11 and Romans 1:18, where God's wrath is revealed against all ungodliness. The phrase also underscores the covenant relationship between God and Israel, where blessings and curses were contingent upon obedience (Deuteronomy 28). The declaration by the LORD signifies the authority and certainty of the impending judgment. “Should I not avenge Myself on such a nation as this?” Persons / Places / Events 1. JeremiahA major prophet in the Old Testament, called by God to deliver messages of warning and hope to the people of Judah. 2. The LORD (Yahweh) The covenant God of Israel, who is just and righteous, and who holds His people accountable for their actions. 3. Judah The southern kingdom of Israel, which had fallen into idolatry and injustice, prompting God's warnings through Jeremiah. 4. The Nation Refers to the people of Judah, who were guilty of turning away from God and engaging in sinful practices. 5. Divine Judgment The event or process by which God enacts justice upon a nation or people for their disobedience and sin. Teaching Points God's Righteous JudgmentGod is just and righteous, and His judgments are always fair. He cannot overlook sin, and His justice demands accountability. The Consequences of Sin Sin has consequences, both individually and collectively. The nation of Judah faced God's judgment because of their persistent disobedience. Call to Repentance God's warnings are an invitation to repentance. He desires that His people turn from their sinful ways and return to Him. The Role of a Prophet Prophets like Jeremiah are called to speak truth, even when it is unpopular. They serve as God's mouthpiece to call His people back to righteousness. Trust in God's Timing Believers are encouraged to trust in God's timing for justice. While we may not see immediate consequences, God will act according to His perfect plan. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Should I notלוֹא־ (lō·w-) Adverb - Negative particle Strong's 3808: Not, no punish אֶפְקֹ֖ד (’ep̄·qōḏ) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - first person common singular Strong's 6485: To visit, to oversee, muster, charge, care for, miss, deposit them for הַֽעַל־ (ha·‘al-) Preposition Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against these things?” אֵ֥לֶּה (’êl·leh) Pronoun - common plural Strong's 428: These, those declares נְאֻם־ (nə·’um-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 5002: An oracle the LORD. יְהֹוָ֑ה (Yah·weh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel “Should I not לֹ֥א (lō) Adverb - Negative particle Strong's 3808: Not, no avenge תִתְנַקֵּ֖ם (ṯiṯ·naq·qêm) Verb - Hitpael - Imperfect - third person feminine singular Strong's 5358: To grudge, avenge, punish Myself נַפְשִֽׁי׃ (nap̄·šî) Noun - feminine singular construct | first person common singular Strong's 5315: A soul, living being, life, self, person, desire, passion, appetite, emotion on such a nation בְּג֣וֹי (bə·ḡō·w) Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 1471: A foreign nation, a Gentile, a troop of animals, a flight of locusts as this? כָּזֶ֔ה (kā·zeh) Preposition-k | Pronoun - masculine singular Strong's 2088: This, that Links Jeremiah 5:9 NIVJeremiah 5:9 NLT Jeremiah 5:9 ESV Jeremiah 5:9 NASB Jeremiah 5:9 KJV Jeremiah 5:9 BibleApps.com Jeremiah 5:9 Biblia Paralela Jeremiah 5:9 Chinese Bible Jeremiah 5:9 French Bible Jeremiah 5:9 Catholic Bible OT Prophets: Jeremiah 5:9 Shall I not visit for these things? 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