Key Figures — Jeremiah 1

2 figures

1. Jeremiah

   Prophet called by God to deliver His messages to the nations.

   Jeremiah is called by God from a young age to be a prophet to the nations. Despite his initial hesitance, God assures him of His presence and protection, giving him authority to uproot and plant nations through his prophetic words.

   Related passages

   • Jeremiah Chapter 20 (Jeremiah's struggles and perseverance as a prophet)
   • Jeremiah Chapter 29 (Jeremiah's letter to the exiles in Babylon)
   • Lamentations Chapter 3 (Jeremiah's lament and hope in God's faithfulness)

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2. God

   The divine caller and protector of Jeremiah.

   God calls Jeremiah to be a prophet and assures him of His presence, promising to deliver him from his adversaries. God provides Jeremiah with the words to speak and sets him over nations and kingdoms.

   Related passages

   • Exodus Chapter 3 (God's call to Moses)
   • Isaiah Chapter 6 (God's call to Isaiah)
   • Acts Chapter 9 (God's call to Saul/Paul)

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