Jeremiah 14:20 kjva — We acknowledge, O Lord, our wickedness, and the iniquity of our fathers: for we have sinned against thee.

King James Version with Apocrypha

"We acknowledge, O Lord, our wickedness, and the iniquity of our fathers: for we have sinned against thee."

— Jeremiah 14:20, King James Version with Apocrypha

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Jeremiah 14 — Context

17

Therefore thou shalt say this word unto them; Let mine eyes run down with tears night and day, and let them not cease: for the virgin daughter of my people is broken with a great breach, with a very grievous blow.

18

If I go forth into the field, then behold the slain with the sword! and if I enter into the city, then behold them that are sick with famine! yea, both the prophet and the priest go about into a land that they know not.

19

Hast thou utterly rejected Judah? hath thy soul lothed Zion? why hast thou smitten us, and there is no healing for us? we looked for peace, and there is no good; and for the time of healing, and behold trouble!

20

We acknowledge, O Lord, our wickedness, and the iniquity of our fathers: for we have sinned against thee.

21

Do not abhor us, for thy name’s sake, do not disgrace the throne of thy glory: remember, break not thy covenant with us.

22

Are there any among the vanities of the Gentiles that can cause rain? or can the heavens give showers? art not thou he, O Lord our God? therefore we will wait upon thee: for thou hast made all these things.

Jeremiah 14:20 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Jeremiah 14:20 say?
Jeremiah 14:20 in the King James Version with Apocrypha reads: “We acknowledge, O Lord, our wickedness, and the iniquity of our fathers: for we have sinned against thee.”
Where is Jeremiah 14:20 in the Bible?
Jeremiah 14:20 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Jeremiah, chapter 14, verse 20.
Who wrote Jeremiah?
Jeremiah is traditionally attributed to Jeremiah, with scribal help from Baruch. It was written c. 627–580 BC.
What is the book of Jeremiah about?
Jeremiah, the "weeping prophet," ministered through Judah's slow-motion collapse — pleading with kings and people to repent, suffering imprisonment for his message, and ultimately watching Jerusalem fall. Yet in the midst of judgment he promises a new covenant written on the heart.
What are the major themes of Jeremiah?
Jeremiah explores themes including Judgment, Repentance, New Covenant, Suffering Prophet, Hope. These themes shape the meaning and context of Jeremiah 14:20.
What translation should I read Jeremiah 14:20 in?
Jeremiah 14:20 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Jeremiah 14:20?
Jeremiah 14:20 reads (KJVA): “We acknowledge, O Lord, our wickedness, and the iniquity of our fathers: for we have sinned against thee.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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