Jeremiah 30:19

And out of them shall proceed thanksgiving and the voice of them that make merry: and I will multiply them, and they shall not be few; I will also glorify them, and they shall not be small.

And out of them shall proceed {H3318} thanksgiving {H8426} and the voice {H6963} of them that make merry {H7832}: and I will multiply {H7235} them, and they shall not be few {H4591}; I will also glorify {H3513} them, and they shall not be small {H6819}.

From them will come thanksgiving and the sound of people celebrating. I will increase them; they will not be decreased; I will honor them; they will not be despised.

Thanksgiving will proceed from them, a sound of celebration. I will multiply them, and they will not be decreased; I will honor them, and they will not be belittled.

And out of them shall proceed thanksgiving and the voice of them that make merry: and I will multiply them, and they shall not be few; I will also glorify them, and they shall not be small.

Commentary

Jeremiah 30:19 is a powerful prophecy of hope and restoration, found within the "Book of Consolation" (chapters 30-33) in the prophet Jeremiah's writings. This verse speaks of God's future actions concerning His people, promising a reversal of their fortunes from exile and suffering to joy and abundance.

Context of Jeremiah 30:19

The prophet Jeremiah delivered messages of impending judgment and exile to the kingdom of Judah due to their unfaithfulness. However, interwoven with these warnings are profound promises of future restoration and a new covenant. Chapter 30, specifically, details God's plan to bring His people back from captivity, rebuild their cities, and establish a renewed relationship with them. This verse follows promises of their return and the rebuilding of their former habitations (Jeremiah 30:18), setting the stage for a period of divine blessing and joy.

Key Themes and Messages

  • Joy and Thanksgiving: The opening phrase, "And out of them shall proceed thanksgiving and the voice of them that make merry," vividly portrays the emotional transformation of the restored people. Their sorrow will turn into profound joy and gratitude, expressed through worship and celebration. This highlights that true restoration leads to genuine praise.
  • Multiplication and Growth: "I will multiply them, and they shall not be few" speaks to God's promise to increase their numbers. This echoes the ancient Abrahamic covenant promises of countless descendants (Genesis 12:2), signifying a return to prosperity and strength after a period of diminishment.
  • Glorification and Honor: "I will also glorify them, and they shall not be small" indicates that God will elevate their status and bring them honor. From a state of humiliation and scattering, they will be made significant and respected among the nations.
  • Divine Faithfulness: Underlying all these promises is the unwavering faithfulness of God. Despite His people's disobedience, His covenant promises endure, demonstrating His enduring love and commitment to His chosen people.

Linguistic Insights

The Hebrew word for "thanksgiving" is todah, often associated with a sacrifice of praise or a song of gratitude, signifying deep appreciation for God's deliverance. The phrase "make merry" uses a word related to joy and celebration, indicating a spontaneous overflow of happiness. The term for "glorify" (kabad) conveys the idea of giving weight, honor, or importance, contrasting with their diminished state during exile.

Practical Application and Reflection

Jeremiah 30:19 offers immense encouragement for believers today. It reminds us that even in times of difficulty, loss, or spiritual barrenness, God has a plan for restoration and renewal. This verse teaches us:

  • Hope in Adversity: No matter how bleak the circumstances, God's ultimate plan is for our blessing, joy, and increase.
  • The Power of Thanksgiving: A restored relationship with God naturally leads to a heart of gratitude and joyful praise, even before full restoration is seen.
  • God's Transforming Power: God is able to turn sorrow into joy, fewness into multitude, and humiliation into glory. This applies not only to nations but also to individual lives and communities of faith.

This prophetic vision points forward not only to the physical return of Israel but also carries spiritual implications for the church, looking toward the ultimate and complete restoration found in Christ and the eternal kingdom where there will be unending thanksgiving and joy (Revelation 21:4).

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Cross-References

  • Jeremiah 33:22

    As the host of heaven cannot be numbered, neither the sand of the sea measured: so will I multiply the seed of David my servant, and the Levites that minister unto me.

  • Isaiah 51:11

    Therefore the redeemed of the LORD shall return, and come with singing unto Zion; and everlasting joy [shall be] upon their head: they shall obtain gladness and joy; [and] sorrow and mourning shall flee away.

  • Isaiah 60:22

    A little one shall become a thousand, and a small one a strong nation: I the LORD will hasten it in his time.

  • Isaiah 35:10

    And the ransomed of the LORD shall return, and come to Zion with songs and everlasting joy upon their heads: they shall obtain joy and gladness, and sorrow and sighing shall flee away.

  • Ezekiel 36:37

    Thus saith the Lord GOD; I will yet [for] this be enquired of by the house of Israel, to do [it] for them; I will increase them with men like a flock.

  • Jeremiah 31:12

    Therefore they shall come and sing in the height of Zion, and shall flow together to the goodness of the LORD, for wheat, and for wine, and for oil, and for the young of the flock and of the herd: and their soul shall be as a watered garden; and they shall not sorrow any more at all.

  • Jeremiah 31:13

    Then shall the virgin rejoice in the dance, both young men and old together: for I will turn their mourning into joy, and will comfort them, and make them rejoice from their sorrow.
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