Jeremiah 9:24

(9-23) But let him that glorieth glory in this, that he understandeth, and knoweth Me, that I am the LORD who exercise mercy, justice, and righteousness, in the earth; for in these things I delight, saith the LORD.

JPS TaNaKH 1917

In The King James Version

But let him that glorieth glory in this, that he understandeth and knoweth me, that I am the LORD which exercise lovingkindness, judgment, and righteousness, in the earth: for in these things I delight, saith the LORD.

In Context

23(9-22) Thus saith the LORD: Let not the wise man glory in his wisdom, neither let the mighty man glory in his might, let not the rich man glory in his riches;

25(9-24) Behold, the days come, saith the LORD, that I will punish all them that are circumcised in their uncircumcision:

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Cross References

1 Samuel 15:22And Samuel said: 'Hath the LORD as great delight in burnt-offerings and sacrifices, as in hearkening to the voice of the LORD? Behold, to obey is better than sacrifice, and to hearken than the fat of rams.

Psalms 36:5(36-6) Thy lovingkindness, O LORD, is in the heavens; Thy faithfulness reacheth unto the skies.

Psalms 44:9(44-10) Yet Thou hast cast off, and brought us to confusion; and goest not forth with our hosts.

Psalms 91:14'Because he hath set his love upon Me, therefore will I deliver him; I will set him on high, because he hath known My name.

Psalms 145:7They shall utter the fame of Thy great goodness, and shall sing of Thy righteousness.

Isaiah 41:16Thou shalt fan them, and the wind shall carry them away, and the whirlwind shall scatter them; and thou shalt rejoice in the LORD, thou shalt glory in the Holy One of Israel.

Matthew Henry on Jeremiah 9:24-26

Punishment Predicted. ( b. c. 606.) 23 Thus saith the Lord , Let not the wise man glory in his wisdom, neither let the mighty man glory in his might, let not the rich man glory in his riches: 24 But let him that glorieth glory in this, that he understandeth and knoweth me, that I am the Lord which exercise lovingkindness, judgment, and righteousness, in the earth: for in these things I delight, saith the Lord . 25 Behold, the days come, saith the Lord , that I will punish all them which are circumcised with the… Read the whole commentary →

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