Jeremiah 9:23-24

Jeremiah 9:23-24

[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  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. 

What does Jeremiah 9:23-24 Mean?

Contextual Meaning

This reflection on the nature of true wisdom contrasts strongly with the preceding dirge. In such crucial days, Judah"s only hope lay in her relationship with God. The thematic connection with the context is judgment.