Jeremiah 4:17

Jeremiah 4:17 in 6 English translations. Each links through to the full chapter for context.

New International Version (NIV)

17They surround her like men guarding a field,

because she has rebelled against me,’ ”

declares the Lord.

17‘Like watchmen of a field they are against her all around,

Because she has rebelled against Me,’ declares the Lord.

17Like watchmen of a field they are against her round about,

Because she has rebelled against Me,’ declares the Lord.

17‘Like watchmen of a field they are against her on all sides,

Because she has rebelled against Me,’ says the Lord.

17They surround her like men guarding a field,

because she has rebelled against Me,” declares the Lord.

17It will surround them like people who guard a field.

Judah has refused to obey me,’ ”

announces the Lord.