Key Figures — Jeremiah 10

2 figures

1. Jeremiah

   Prophet of God delivering a message of warning and instruction to Israel.

   Jeremiah warns the people of Israel against idolatry and emphasizes the futility of worshipping man-made idols. He contrasts the lifeless idols with the living God, who is the Creator of all things.

   Related passages

   • Jeremiah Chapter 1 (Jeremiah's calling as a prophet)
   • Jeremiah Chapter 7 (Warnings against false religion and idolatry)
   • Isaiah Chapter 44 (Critique of idolatry and affirmation of God's uniqueness)

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2. The Lord (Yahweh)

   The one true God, Creator of heaven and earth.

   In this chapter, the Lord is presented as the only true God, in contrast to the worthless idols made by human hands. He is the Creator and Sustainer of the universe, deserving of worship and reverence.

   Related passages

   • Genesis Chapter 1 (God as Creator)
   • Psalm 115 (Contrast between God and idols)
   • Acts Chapter 17 (Paul's sermon on the living God)

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   • #Creator
   • #TrueGod

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