Jeremiah 31:16

Jeremiah 31:16 in 6 English translations. Each links through to the full chapter for context.

New International Version (NIV)

16This is what the Lord says:

“Restrain your voice from weeping

and your eyes from tears,

for your work will be rewarded,”

declares the Lord.

“They will return from the land of the enemy.

16This is what the Lord says:

“Restrain your voice from weeping

And your eyes from tears;

For your work will be rewarded,” declares the Lord,

“And they will return from the land of the enemy.

16Thus says the Lord,

“Restrain your voice from weeping

And your eyes from tears;

For your work will be rewarded,” declares the Lord,

“And they will return from the land of the enemy.

16Thus says the Lord,

“Restrain your voice from weeping

And your eyes from tears,

For your work will be rewarded,” says the Lord;

“And your children will return from the enemy’s land.

16This is what the Lord says:

“Keep your voice from weeping

and your eyes from tears,

for the reward for your work will come,

declares the Lord.

Then your children will return

from the land of the enemy.

16The Lord says,

“Do not weep anymore.

Do not let tears fall from your eyes.

I will reward you for your work,”

announces the Lord.

“Your children will return from the land of the enemy.