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Jeremiah 15:20

Jeremiah 15:21 net — “I will deliver you from the power of the wicked. I will free you from the clutches of violent people.”

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"“I will deliver you from the power of the wicked. I will free you from the clutches of violent people.”"

— Jeremiah 15:21, NET Bible

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Jeremiah 15 — Context

18

Why must I continually suffer such painful anguish? Why must I endure the sting of their insults like an incurable wound? Will you let me down when I need you like a brook one goes to for water, but that cannot be relied on?”

19

Because of this, the LORD said,“You must repent of such words and thoughts! If you do, I will restore you to the privilege of serving me. If you say what is worthwhile instead of what is worthless, I will again allow you to be my spokesman. They must become as you have been. You must not become like them.

20

I will make you as strong as a wall to these people, a fortified wall of bronze. They will attack you, but they will not be able to overcome you. For I will be with you to rescue you and deliver you,” says the LORD.

21

“I will deliver you from the power of the wicked. I will free you from the clutches of violent people.”

Jeremiah 15:21 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Jeremiah 15:21 say?
Jeremiah 15:21 in the NET Bible reads: ““I will deliver you from the power of the wicked. I will free you from the clutches of violent people.””
Where is Jeremiah 15:21 in the Bible?
Jeremiah 15:21 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Jeremiah, chapter 15, verse 21.
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 15:21.
What translation should I read Jeremiah 15:21 in?
Jeremiah 15:21 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 15:21?
Jeremiah 15:21 reads (NET): ““I will deliver you from the power of the wicked. I will free you from the clutches of violent people.”” 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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