Jeremiah 17:7

Blessed [is] the man that trusteth in the LORD, and whose hope the LORD is.

Blessed {H1288} is the man {H1397} that trusteth {H982} in the LORD {H3068}, and whose hope {H4009} the LORD {H3068} is.

Blessed is the man who trusts in ADONAI; ADONAI will be his security.

But blessed is the man who trusts in the LORD, whose confidence is in Him.

Blessed is the man that trusteth in Jehovah, and whose trust Jehovah is.

Commentary

Jeremiah 17:7 (KJV)

Blessed [is] the man that trusteth in the LORD, and whose hope the LORD is.

This verse presents a profound contrast to the preceding verses in Jeremiah 17, which describe the cursed state of those who rely on human strength and turn away from God. Here, Jeremiah declares a blessing upon the one who takes a different path.

The word translated "blessed" (Hebrew: bฤrรปk) signifies a state of happiness, favor, and well-being. This blessedness is attributed to the man who "trusteth in the LORD" (Hebrew: bฤแนญaแธฅ, meaning to lean upon, be confident in, feel safe) and "whose hope the LORD is" (Hebrew: miqweh, referring to expectation, ground of hope, or source). The structure emphasizes that the LORD Himself is both the object and the source of this trust and hope.

The key message is that true security, stability, and blessedness are found not in human power, resources, or self-reliance, but in placing complete confidence and expectation in God alone. This trust is not passive but is an active leaning upon God in all circumstances.

This truth is a recurring theme in the Bible, highlighting the difference between worldly reliance and divine dependence.

Consider the similar affirmation in Psalm 118:8: "It is better to trust in the LORD than to put confidence in man."

Practical Application: This verse challenges us to examine where we instinctively place our trust and hope. In times of difficulty or uncertainty, is our first inclination to rely on our own abilities, other people, or financial security? Or do we consciously and actively place our trust and hope in the LORD, recognizing Him as our ultimate source of strength, provision, and peace?

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Cross-References

  • Isaiah 26:3 (97 votes)

    Thou wilt keep [him] in perfect peace, [whose] mind [is] stayed [on thee]: because he trusteth in thee.

  • Isaiah 26:4 (97 votes)

    Trust ye in the LORD for ever: for in the LORD JEHOVAH [is] everlasting strength:

  • Psalms 34:8 (61 votes)

    O taste and see that the LORD [is] good: blessed [is] the man [that] trusteth in him.

  • Psalms 40:4 (60 votes)

    Blessed [is] that man that maketh the LORD his trust, and respecteth not the proud, nor such as turn aside to lies.

  • Psalms 125:1 (44 votes)

    ยถ A Song of degrees. They that trust in the LORD [shall be] as mount Zion, [which] cannot be removed, [but] abideth for ever.

  • Isaiah 30:18 (38 votes)

    ยถ And therefore will the LORD wait, that he may be gracious unto you, and therefore will he be exalted, that he may have mercy upon you: for the LORD [is] a God of judgment: blessed [are] all they that wait for him.

  • Proverbs 16:20 (32 votes)

    ยถ He that handleth a matter wisely shall find good: and whoso trusteth in the LORD, happy [is] he.