Jeremiah 31:3 KJV
The LORD hath appeared of old unto me, saying, Yea, I have loved thee with an everlasting love: therefore with lovingkindness have I drawn thee.King James Version
The same verse in modern English
The LORD appeared of old to me, saying, “Yes, I have loved you with an everlasting love. Therefore I have drawn you with loving kindness.Jeremiah 31:3, World English Bible (WEB)
Sitting with this verse
These words belong to chapters of hope for a scattered people, often called the Book of Consolation. The KJV has “unto me”: the voice remembers God appearing long ago, perhaps in the wilderness mentioned just before. Love here is everlasting, and the old word “drawn” suggests pulling someone close, as with a cord. Next come promises of rebuilding and dancing. Let yourself be drawn a little nearer today.
Older words in this verse
- thee, thou
- you (one person)
- hath
- has
- unto
- to
- yea
- yes, indeed, even
From Jeremiah 31
Rachel weeps for her children and refuses comfort, and God does not scold her; he speaks of hope. If you grieve, let his everlasting love meet you there.
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