Translations
Modern
Attend to me, O LORD. Hear what my accusers are saying!
Traditional
Give heed to me, O Lord, and hearken to the voice of them that contend with me.
Literal
Pay attention, O YHWH, to me, and listen to the voice of my opponents!
Latin
Attende, Domine, ad me, et audi vocem adversariorum meorum.
Original
Hebrew
English
Attend to me, O LORD. Hear what my accusers are saying!
Notes
Jeremiah told the Lord about the unfairness of his enemies' actions against him.
Jeremiah passionately asked for revenge against those trying to undermine his work.
Theme notes and profiles
Events
- Prophecies of Jeremiahc. 628 BC
Parallels
Glossary
Bible, Manuscripts and Text of the (Old Testament) Book of Jeremiah Jeremiah (Person) Prayer
Topics
Afflictions and Adversities: Prayer In God: Sovereign Jeremiah: The Prophet: Conspiracy Against Persecution of Jeremiah Strife: Saints should Seek God's Protection From