Jeremiah 14:16

And the people to whom they prophecie, shall be cast out in the streets of Ierusalem, because of the famine and the sword, and they shall haue none to burie them, them, their wiues, nor their sonnes, nor their daughters: for I will powre their wickednesse vpon them. Jeremiah 14:16 (KJV)

The quote attributed to Jeremiah does not appear verbatim in the KJV Bible. The context of the judgment described aligns with Jeremiah 14:16‑18, which discusses a similar theme but attributes the famine and sword to drought caused by divine judgment rather than false prophets. At the time of this prophecy, Judah was facing a severe drought and famine due to their disobedience and idolatry. God repeatedly sent prophets to warn the people, but they did not repent. False prophets were promising peace and prosperity despite the reality of impending judgment from God. The text accurately reflects God’s justice and holiness, emphasizing His role as a righteous judge who cannot tolerate sin indefinitely. It serves as a reminder of the importance of repentance and obedience to God’s commands, as negative consequences may follow persistent sin and disobedience. Judgment would be so severe that the people would be cast out in the streets of Jerusalem because of the famine and the sword, and they would have none to bury them, their wives, their sons, nor their daughters. God decided to pour out the consequences of their wickedness upon them. While primarily focusing on judgment, the verse also hints at God’s mercy and grace, offering opportunities for restoration and forgiveness in later portions of the book.