Jeremiah 20:14-15 Jeremiah 20

14 Cursed be the day I was born!
May the day my mother bore me not be blessed!

15 Cursed be the man who brought my father the news,
who made him very glad, saying,
“A child is born to you—a son!”

Meaning of Jeremiah 20:14-15

In Jeremiah 20:14, "Cursed be the day I was born! May the day my mother bore me not be blessed!" embodies the depth of Jeremiah's anguish and human frailty. Despite being a steadfast prophet, his moment of despair reveals a profound relatability, reminding us that even the faithful can experience severe emotional trials, yet still remain within God's purpose.

Cross References for Jeremiah 20:14-15

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Job 3:3-16 - “May the day of my birth perish, and the night it was said, ‘A boy is born!’ Click to read the verse Job 3:3-16 Click to read the verse Job 3:3-16