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◄ Jeremiah 18:8►

New International Version
and if that nation I warned repents of its evil, then I will relent and not inflict on it the disaster I had planned.

New Living Translation
but then that nation renounces its evil ways, I will not destroy it as I had planned.

English Standard Version
and if that nation, concerning which I have spoken, turns from its evil, I will relent of the disaster that I intended to do to it.

Berean Standard Bible
But if that nation I warned turns from its evil, then I will relent of the disaster I had planned to bring.

King James Bible
If that nation, against whom I have pronounced, turn from their evil, I will repent of the evil that I thought to do unto them.

New King James Version
if that nation against whom I have spoken turns from its evil, I will relent of the disaster that I thought to bring upon it.

New American Standard Bible
if that nation against which I have spoken turns from its evil, I will relent of the disaster that I planned to bring on it.

NASB 1995
if that nation against which I have spoken turns from its evil, I will relent concerning the calamity I planned to bring on it.

NASB 1977
if that nation against which I have spoken turns from its evil, I will relent concerning the calamity I planned to bring on it.

Legacy Standard Bible
but if that nation against which I have spoken turns from its evil, I will relent concerning the calamity I planned to do against it.

Amplified Bible
if that nation against which I have spoken turns from its evil, I will relentand reverse My decision concerning the devastation that I intended to do.

Christian Standard Bible
However, if that nation about which I have made the announcement turns from its evil, I will relent concerning the disaster I had planned to do to it.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
However, if that nation I have made an announcement about turns from its evil, I will relent concerning the disaster I had planned to do to it.

American Standard Version
if that nation, concerning which I have spoken, turn from their evil, I will repent of the evil that I thought to do unto them.

Contemporary English Version
and that nation turns from its evil, I will change my mind.

English Revised Version
if that nation, concerning which I have spoken, turn from their evil, I will repent of the evil that I thought to do unto them.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
But suppose the nation that I threatened turns away from doing wrong. Then I will change my plans about the disaster I planned to do to it.

Good News Translation
but then that nation turns from its evil, I will not do what I said I would.

International Standard Version
But if that nation about which I spoke turns from its evil way, I'll change my mind about the disaster that I had planned for it.

NET Bible
But if that nation I threatened stops doing wrong, I will cancel the destruction I intended to do to it.

New Heart English Bible
if that nation, concerning which I have spoken, turn from their evil, I will change my mind about the disaster that I thought to do to them.

Webster's Bible Translation
If that nation against which I have pronounced, shall turn from their evil, I will repent of the evil that I thought to do to them.

Majority Text Translations

Majority Standard Bible
But if that nation I warned turns from its evil, then I will relent of the disaster I had planned to bring.

World English Bible
if that nation, concerning which I have spoken, turns from their evil, I will repent of the evil that I thought to do to them.

Literal Translations

Literal Standard Version
And that nation has turned from its evil, "" Because I have spoken against it, "" Then I have relented of the calamity that I thought to do to it.

Young's Literal Translation
And that nation hath turned from its evil, Because I have spoken against it, Then I have repented of the evil that I thought to do to it.

Smith's Literal Translation
And that nation which I spake against it turned back from its evil, and I lamented for the evil which I proposed to do to it.

Catholic Translations

Douay-Rheims Bible
If that nation against which I have spoken, shall repent of their evil, I also will repent of the evil that I have thought to do to them.

Catholic Public Domain Version
If that nation, against which I have spoken, will repent from their evil, I too will repent from the evil that I have decided I would do to them.

New American Bible
but if that nation against whom I have decreed turns from its evil, then I will have a change of heart regarding the evil which I have decreed.

New Revised Standard Version
but if that nation, concerning which I have spoken, turns from its evil, I will change my mind about the disaster that I intended to bring on it.

Translations from Aramaic

Lamsa Bible
And if that nation repent from its evil, I will turn away from it the evil which I thought to do to it.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And that people will return from its evil, I shall turn back from it the evil that I thought to do to it

OT Translations

JPS Tanakh 1917
but if that nation turn from their evil, because of which I have spoken against it, I repent of the evil that I thought to do unto it.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
and that nation turn from all their sins, then will I repent of the evils which I purposed to do to them.

Additional Translations ...

Audio Bible

Context

The Potter and the Clay
…7At any time I might announce that a nation or kingdom will be uprooted, torn down, and destroyed.8But if that nation I warned turns from its evil,then I will relent of the disaster I had planned to bring.9And if at another time I announce that I will build up and establish a nation or kingdom,…

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Cross References

Jonah 3:10
When God saw their actions—that they had turned from their evil ways—He relented from the disaster He had threatened to bring upon them.

Ezekiel 18:21-23
But if the wicked man turns from all the sins he has committed, keeps all My statutes, and does what is just and right, he will surely live; he will not die. / None of the transgressions he has committed will be held against him. Because of the righteousness he has practiced, he will live. / Do I take any pleasure in the death of the wicked? declares the Lord GOD. Wouldn’t I prefer that he turn from his ways and live?

2 Chronicles 7:14
and if My people who are called by My name humble themselves and pray and seek My face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, forgive their sin, and heal their land.

Joel 2:13-14
So rend your hearts and not your garments, and return to the LORD your God. For He is gracious and compassionate, slow to anger, abounding in loving devotion. And He relents from sending disaster. / Who knows? He may turn and relent and leave a blessing behind Him—grain and drink offerings for the LORD your God.

Isaiah 55:7
Let the wicked man forsake his way and the unrighteous man his thoughts; let him return to the LORD, that He may have compassion, and to our God, for He will freely pardon.

Ezekiel 33:14-16
But if I tell the wicked man, ‘You will surely die,’ and he turns from his sin and does what is just and right— / if he restores a pledge, makes restitution for what he has stolen, and walks in the statutes of life without practicing iniquity—then he will surely live; he will not die. / None of the sins he has committed will be held against him. He has done what is just and right; he will surely live.

Amos 7:3-6
So the LORD relented from this plan. “It will not happen,” He said. / This is what the Lord GOD showed me: The Lord GOD was calling for judgment by fire. It consumed the great deep and devoured the land. / Then I said, “Lord GOD, please stop! How will Jacob survive, since he is so small?” ...

Exodus 32:14
So the LORD relented from the calamity He had threatened to bring on His people.

Psalm 106:45
And He remembered His covenant with them, and relented by the abundance of His loving devotion.

Hosea 11:8-9
How could I give you up, O Ephraim? How could I surrender you, O Israel? How could I make you like Admah? How could I treat you like Zeboiim? My heart is turned within Me; My compassion is stirred! / I will not execute the full fury of My anger; I will not destroy Ephraim again. For I am God and not man—the Holy One among you—and I will not come in wrath.

Matthew 12:41
The men of Nineveh will stand at the judgment with this generation and condemn it; for they repented at the preaching of Jonah, and now One greater than Jonah is here.

Luke 15:7
I tell you that in the same way there will be more joy in heaven over one sinner who repents than over ninety-nine righteous ones who do not need to repent.

Acts 3:19
Repent, then, and turn back, so that your sins may be wiped away,

Romans 11:23
And if they do not persist in unbelief, they will be grafted in, for God is able to graft them in again.

2 Peter 3:9
The Lord is not slow in keeping His promise as some understand slowness, but is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish but everyone to come to repentance.

Treasury of Scripture

If that nation, against whom I have pronounced, turn from their evil, I will repent of the evil that I thought to do to them.

that nation.

Jeremiah 7:3-7
Thus saith the LORD of hosts, the God of Israel, Amend your ways and your doings, and I will cause you to dwell in this place…

Jeremiah 36:3
It may be that the house of Judah will hear all the evil which I purpose to do unto them; that they may return every man from his evil way; that I may forgive their iniquity and their sin.

Judges 10:15,16
And the children of Israel said unto the LORD, We have sinned: do thou unto us whatsoever seemeth good unto thee; deliver us only, we pray thee, this day…

I will.

Jeremiah 15:6
Thou hast forsaken me, saith the LORD, thou art gone backward: therefore will I stretch out my hand against thee, and destroy thee; I am weary with repenting.

Jeremiah 26:3,13
If so be they will hearken, and turn every man from his evil way, that I may repent me of the evil, which I purpose to do unto them because of the evil of their doings…

Jeremiah 42:10
If ye will still abide in this land, then will I build you, and not pullyou down, and I will plant you, and not pluckyou up: for I repent me of the evil that I have done unto you.

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Jeremiah 18

1.Under the type of a potter is shown God's absolute power in disposing of nations.
11.Judgments threatened to Judah for her strange revolt.
18.Jeremiah prays against his conspirators.

Study Bible

Book ◦ Chapter

But if that nation I warned
This phrase indicates God's proactive communication with nations, often through prophets. In the context of Jeremiah, God frequently sent warnings to Israel and other nations through His prophets (Jeremiah 1:5, 25:4-5). The concept of divine warning is rooted in God's justice and mercy, providing an opportunity for repentance. Historically, prophets like Jonah were sent to foreign nations such as Nineveh (Jonah 3:4), demonstrating God's concern for all peoples, not just Israel.

turns from its evil
Repentance is a central theme in the Bible, emphasizing a change of heart and behavior. The Hebrew concept of repentance involves turning away from sin and returning to God (2 Chronicles 7:14). This phrase underscores the conditional nature of God's judgment, where genuine repentance can avert disaster. The cultural context of the ancient Near East often involved communal repentance, as seen in the story of Nineveh (Jonah 3:5-10).

then I will relent of the disaster
God's relenting is an expression of His mercy and willingness to forgive. This does not imply a change in God's nature but rather His consistent character of justice tempered with mercy (Exodus 34:6-7). Theologically, this reflects the dynamic relationship between divine sovereignty and human responsibility. The concept of God relenting is also seen in the story of King Hezekiah, where God extended his life in response to prayer (Isaiah 38:1-5).

I had planned to bring
This phrase highlights God's foreknowledge and the seriousness of His warnings. The planned disaster is often a consequence of persistent sin and rebellion. In Jeremiah's time, the Babylonian exile was a looming threat due to Israel's unfaithfulness (Jeremiah 25:8-11). The historical context of the Babylonian Empire's rise provides a backdrop for understanding the geopolitical implications of God's warnings. This also connects to the broader biblical narrative of God's redemptive plan, where judgment serves as a means to bring about repentance and restoration.

Persons / Places / Events

1.Jeremiah
A prophet called by God to deliver His messages to the people of Judah. Known as the "weeping prophet," Jeremiah's ministry was marked by warnings of impending judgment and calls for repentance.

2.The Nation
Refers to any nation that God warns through His prophets. In the context of Jeremiah, it primarily refers to Judah, but the principle applies universally to any nation.

3.God
The sovereign Creator who communicates His will and intentions through His prophets. He is just, yet merciful, willing to relent from sending disaster if there is genuine repentance.

4.Repentance
A key theme in this passage, it involves turning away from evil and returning to God. The Hebrew word for "turns" (shuv) implies a complete change of direction.

5.Disaster
The consequences of sin and rebellion against God. In the context of Jeremiah, it often refers to the impending Babylonian invasion and exile.

Teaching Points

God's Mercy and Justice
God is both just and merciful. While He warns of judgment, He is willing to relent if there is true repentance. This reflects His desire for restoration rather than destruction.

The Power of Repentance
Genuine repentance can change the course of a nation or an individual's life. It involves a heartfelt turning away from sin and a return to God.

National and Personal Responsibility
While this passage speaks to nations, it also applies to individuals. Each person is responsible for their response to God's warnings and call to repentance.

The Role of Prophets and Warnings
Prophets like Jeremiah serve as God's messengers, calling people to repentance. Their warnings are opportunities for change, not just predictions of doom.

God's Relenting Nature
The Hebrew word for "relent" (nacham) indicates a change of mind or intention. It shows that God is responsive to human actions, particularly repentance.

Bible Study Questions and Answers

1.What is the meaning of Jeremiah 18:8?

2.How does Jeremiah 18:8 demonstrate God's willingness to forgive repentant nations?

3.What actions can we take to align with God's call for repentance?

4.How does Jeremiah 18:8 connect with 2 Chronicles 7:14 on repentance?

5.In what ways can we apply Jeremiah 18:8 to personal spiritual growth?

6.How can Jeremiah 18:8 guide our prayers for national repentance and revival?

7.How does Jeremiah 18:8 reflect God's willingness to forgive and change His plans for nations?

8.What historical context influenced the message of Jeremiah 18:8?

9.How does Jeremiah 18:8 challenge the concept of predestination?

10.What are the top 10 Lessons from Jeremiah 18?

11.How does Jeremiah 18 align with other passages that depict God’s judgment as predetermined, creating a seeming contradiction about free will?

12.Why would a just God hold the entire “clay” (nation) responsible when individuals have varying degrees of guilt, per Jeremiah 18?

13.If God is unchanging, how can He “reconsider” His plans for nations as suggested in Jeremiah 18:7–10?

14.Jeremiah 18 portrays God as learning from people’s actions; how does that reconcile with the belief in His omniscience?

What Does Jeremiah 18:8 Mean

But if that nation I warned

• God is talking about any nation He has previously “warned” (see the immediate context inJeremiah 18:7-10).

• Warnings reveal both His sovereignty and His patience. He never judges without first giving clear notice (Jonah 3:1-4;Ezekiel 33:7-11).

• The phrase reminds us that even large groups are accountable: whole kingdoms rise or fall under His hand (Jeremiah 1:10).

• Because the warning comes from the Lord, it carries absolute authority and demands a response (Isaiah 45:22-23).

turns from its evil

• “Turns” speaks of genuine repentance—a decisive change of direction (2 Chronicles 7:14;Acts 3:19).

• God names the problem: “evil.” He does not overlook or rename sin; He calls it what it is (Isaiah 5:20).

• Repentance isn’t mere emotion; it produces visible fruit (Luke 3:8).

•Hosea 14:1-2 shows the pattern: admit wrongdoing, return to the Lord, and ask for cleansing.

then I will relent

• The Lord’s nature is both just and merciful. When people repent, He literally “relents,” holding back judgment (Jonah 3:10;Exodus 32:14).

• This is not fickleness; it’s a consistent expression of His character: “The LORD is compassionate and gracious, slow to anger” (Psalm 103:8).

• His willingness to relent underscores that judgment is His “strange work,” while mercy is His delight (Micah 7:18).

•Psalm 106:44-45 shows Him remembering His covenant, moved by repentance and intercession.

of the disaster I had planned to bring

• “Disaster” refers to real, tangible judgment—war, exile, or whatever form God deems just (Jeremiah 4:27-28).

• God’s plan to judge is conditional, hinging on human response; He is never trapped by His own warnings (Isaiah 30:18).

•Nahum 1:7 balances the picture: He is a refuge for those who trust Him, even while preparing judgment for His foes.

• The reversal here is total: what was heading toward destruction is spared, proving that repentance changes outcomes.

summary

Jeremiah 18:8 shows the unchanging heart of God: He warns, waits for repentance, and gladly withholds judgment when sinners turn from evil. Nations and individuals alike are offered this gracious escape—if they will simply listen, repent, and follow Him.

Parallel Commentaries ...

Hebrew

But if that
הַה֔וּא(ha·hū)
Article | Pronoun - third person masculine singular
Strong's 1931:He, self, the same, this, that, as, are

nation
הַגּ֣וֹי(hag·gō·w)
Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 1471:A foreign nation, a Gentile, a troop of animals, a flight of locusts

I warned
דִּבַּ֖רְתִּי(dib·bar·tî)
Verb - Piel - Perfect - first person common singular
Strong's 1696:To arrange, to speak, to subdue

turns
וְשָׁב֙(wə·šāḇ)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 7725:To turn back, in, to retreat, again

from its evil,
מֵרָ֣עָת֔וֹ(mê·rā·‘ā·ṯōw)
Preposition-m | Noun - feminine singular construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 7451:Bad, evil

then I will relent
וְנִֽחַמְתִּי֙(wə·ni·ḥam·tî)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Nifal - Conjunctive perfect - first person common singular
Strong's 5162:To sigh, breathe strongly, to be sorry, to pity, console, rue, to avenge

of
עַל־(‘al-)
Preposition
Strong's 5921:Above, over, upon, against

the disaster
הָ֣רָעָ֔ה(hā·rā·‘āh)
Article | Adjective - feminine singular
Strong's 7451:Bad, evil

I had planned
חָשַׁ֖בְתִּי(ḥā·šaḇ·tî)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - first person common singular
Strong's 2803:To think, account

to inflict.
לַעֲשׂ֥וֹת(la·‘ă·śō·wṯ)
Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct
Strong's 6213:To do, make

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