Jeremiah 2:9 asv — Wherefore I will yet contend with you, saith Jehovah, and with your children’s children will I contend.

American Standard Version

"Wherefore I will yet contend with you, saith Jehovah, and with your children’s children will I contend. "

— Jeremiah 2:9, American Standard Version

Read in Another Translation

5 of 21 translations

Jeremiah 2:9 in Other Translations

6 versions All translations

Jeremiah 2 — Context

6

Neither said they, Where is Jehovah that brought us up out of the land of Egypt, that led us through the wilderness, through a land of deserts and of pits, through a land of drought and of the shadow of death, through a land that none passed through, and where no man dwelt?

7

And I brought you into a plentiful land, to eat the fruit thereof and the goodness thereof; but when ye entered, ye defiled my land, and made my heritage an abomination.

8

The priests said not, Where is Jehovah? and they that handle the law knew me not: the rulers also transgressed against me, and the prophets prophesied by Baal, and walked after things that do not profit.

9

Wherefore I will yet contend with you, saith Jehovah, and with your children’s children will I contend.

10

For pass over to the isles of Kittim, and see; and send unto Kedar, and consider diligently; and see if there hath been such a thing.

11

Hath a nation changed its gods, which yet are no gods? but my people have changed their glory for that which doth not profit.

12

Be astonished, O ye heavens, at this, and be horribly afraid, be ye very desolate, saith Jehovah.

Jeremiah 2:9 — Frequently Asked Questions

7 questions
What does Jeremiah 2:9 say?
Jeremiah 2:9 in the American Standard Version reads: “Wherefore I will yet contend with you, saith Jehovah, and with your children’s children will I contend. ”
Where is Jeremiah 2:9 in the Bible?
Jeremiah 2:9 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Jeremiah, chapter 2, verse 9.
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 2:9.
What translation should I read Jeremiah 2:9 in?
Jeremiah 2:9 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 2:9?
Jeremiah 2:9 reads (ASV): “Wherefore I will yet contend with you, saith Jehovah, and with your children’s children will I contend. ” 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.
GodsGoodBook logo

GodsGoodBook

Making God's Word accessible to everyone

Experience the Bible like never before with multiple translations, powerful search tools, and features to make God's Word personal to you. Completely free, forever.

Features

15+ Bible Translations
Powerful Search Tools
Highlight & Annotate
Share Verses
100% Free Forever
© 2025 GodsGoodBookVersion 1.8.2