The World English Bible (WEB): Jeremiah

"The World English Bible (WEB): Jeremiah" by Anonymous is a religious work from the Old Testament era that shares the prophecies of Jeremiah, an important figure in ancient Israel. The main idea focuses on Jeremiah's messages and predictions, as he cautions the people of Judah about the terrible punishments coming because of their sinful behavior and worship of false gods. At the beginning, the book tells us how Jeremiah became a prophet, explaining his divine task and the historical background of his work during the time of Judah's kings. God comforts Jeremiah about his mission, even though Jeremiah feels unsure about his skills. The text delivers serious warnings about the Israelites' sins, their rejection of God, and the results of their choices. Jeremiah's sadness for his people is clear, revealing his strong emotions about their moral failure showing the approaching divine punishment on the nation. This starting section builds a sense of urgency and impending doom that is felt throughout the book.