Jeremiah 36:3 meaning and explanation

Perhaps when the people of Judah hear about all the calamity I plan to bring upon them, each of them will turn from his wicked way. Then I will forgive their iniquity and their sin.”

Jeremiah 36:3, Berean Standard Bible

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The LORD is speaking to Jeremiah in the fourth year of King Jehoiakim, commanding him to write on a scroll every word spoken against Israel, Judah and the nations. Verse 3 gives God's purpose in that command: the reading of judgment is meant to move the people to turn from their wicked way, and the stated goal is forgiveness of iniquity and sin.

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