Jeremiah 15:21
New International Version
“I will save you from the hands of the wicked and deliver you from the grasp of the cruel.”

New Living Translation
Yes, I will certainly keep you safe from these wicked men. I will rescue you from their cruel hands.”

English Standard Version
I will deliver you out of the hand of the wicked, and redeem you from the grasp of the ruthless.”

Berean Standard Bible
I will deliver you from the hand of the wicked and redeem you from the grasp of the ruthless.”

King James Bible
And I will deliver thee out of the hand of the wicked, and I will redeem thee out of the hand of the terrible.

New King James Version
“I will deliver you from the hand of the wicked, And I will redeem you from the grip of the terrible.”

New American Standard Bible
“So I will rescue you from the hand of the wicked, And I will redeem you from the grasp of the violent.”

NASB 1995
“So I will deliver you from the hand of the wicked, And I will redeem you from the grasp of the violent.”

NASB 1977
“So I will deliver you from the hand of the wicked, And I will redeem you from the grasp of the violent.”

Legacy Standard Bible
“So I will deliver you from the hand of the evil ones, And I will redeem you from the grasp of the ruthless ones.”

Amplified Bible
“So I will rescue you out of the hand of the wicked, And I will redeem you from the [grasping] palm of the terrible and ruthless [tyrant].”

Christian Standard Bible
I will rescue you from the power of evil people and redeem you from the grasp of the ruthless.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
I will deliver you from the power of evil people and redeem you from the control of the ruthless.

American Standard Version
And I will deliver thee out of the hand of the wicked, and I will redeem thee out of the hand of the terrible.

Contemporary English Version
I will be there to rescue you. I, the LORD, have spoken.

English Revised Version
And I will deliver thee out of the hand of the wicked, and I will redeem thee out of the hand of the terrible.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
I will rescue you from the power of wicked people and free you from the power of tyrants.

Good News Translation
I will rescue you from the power of wicked and violent people. I, the LORD, have spoken."

International Standard Version
So I'll deliver you from the hand of the wicked, and redeem you from the grasp of the ruthless."

Majority Standard Bible
I will deliver you from the hand of the wicked and redeem you from the grasp of the ruthless.”

NET Bible
"I will deliver you from the power of the wicked. I will free you from the clutches of violent people."

New Heart English Bible
"I will deliver you out of the hand of the wicked, and I will redeem you out of the hand of the terrible."

Webster's Bible Translation
And I will deliver thee from the hand of the wicked, and I will redeem thee from the hand of the terrible.

World English Bible
“I will deliver you out of the hand of the wicked, and I will redeem you out of the hand of the terrible.”
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
“And I have delivered you from the hand of evildoers, "" And I have ransomed you "" From the hand of the terrible!”

Young's Literal Translation
And I have delivered thee from the hand of evil doers, And I have ransomed thee From the hand of the terrible!

Smith's Literal Translation
And I delivered thee out of the hand of the evil, and I redeemed thee from the hand of the terrible.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And I will deliver thee out of the hand of the wicked, and I will redeem thee out of the hand of the mighty.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And I will free you from hand of those who are most wicked, and I will redeem you from the hand of the powerful.”

New American Bible
I will rescue you from the hand of the wicked, and ransom you from the power of the violent.

New Revised Standard Version
I will deliver you out of the hand of the wicked, and redeem you from the grasp of the ruthless.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And I will deliver you out of the hand of the wicked, and I will save you from the hand of the mighty.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And I shall save you from the hand of the evil, and I shall save you from the hand of the mighty
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And I will deliver thee out of the hand of the wicked, And I will redeem thee out of the hand of the terrible.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
for I am with thee to save thee, and to deliver thee out of the hand of wicked men; and I will ransom thee out of the hand of pestilent men.

Additional Translations ...
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Context
The LORD's Promise
20Then I will make you a wall to this people, a fortified wall of bronze; they will fight against you but will not overcome you, for I am with you to save and deliver you, declares the LORD. 21I will deliver you from the hand of the wicked and redeem you from the grasp of the ruthless.”

Cross References
Isaiah 43:2
When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you go through the rivers, they will not overwhelm you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be scorched; the flames will not set you ablaze.

Psalm 34:17
The righteous cry out, and the LORD hears; He delivers them from all their troubles.

Psalm 91:3
Surely He will deliver you from the snare of the fowler, and from the deadly plague.

Isaiah 49:25
Indeed, this is what the LORD says: “Even the captives of the mighty will be taken away, and the plunder of the tyrant will be retrieved; I will contend with those who contend with you, and I will save your children.

Psalm 37:40
The LORD helps and delivers them; He rescues and saves them from the wicked, because they take refuge in Him.

2 Timothy 4:18
And the Lord will rescue me from every evil action and bring me safely into His heavenly kingdom. To Him be the glory forever and ever. Amen.

Psalm 50:15
Call upon Me in the day of trouble; I will deliver you, and you will honor Me.”

Isaiah 41:10
Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be afraid, for I am your God. I will strengthen you; I will surely help you; I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.

Psalm 107:6
Then they cried out to the LORD in their trouble, and He delivered them from their distress.

Romans 8:31
What then shall we say in response to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us?

Psalm 18:48
who delivers me from my enemies. You exalt me above my foes; You rescue me from violent men.

1 Corinthians 10:13
No temptation has seized you except what is common to man. And God is faithful; He will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, He will also provide an escape, so that you can stand up under it.

Psalm 144:7
Reach down from on high; set me free and rescue me from the deep waters, from the grasp of foreigners,

2 Thessalonians 3:3
But the Lord is faithful, and He will strengthen you and guard you from the evil one.

Psalm 138:7
If I walk in the midst of trouble, You preserve me from the anger of my foes; You extend Your hand, and Your right hand saves me.


Treasury of Scripture

And I will deliver you out of the hand of the wicked, and I will redeem you out of the hand of the terrible.

deliver.

Genesis 48:16
The Angel which redeemed me from all evil, bless the lads; and let my name be named on them, and the name of my fathers Abraham and Isaac; and let them grow into a multitude in the midst of the earth.

Psalm 27:2
When the wicked, even mine enemies and my foes, came upon me to eat up my flesh, they stumbled and fell.

Psalm 37:40
And the LORD shall help them, and deliver them: he shall deliver them from the wicked, and save them, because they trust in him.

the terrible.

Isaiah 25:3-5
Therefore shall the strong people glorify thee, the city of the terrible nations shall fear thee…

Isaiah 29:5,20
Moreover the multitude of thy strangers shall be like small dust, and the multitude of the terrible ones shall be as chaff that passeth away: yea, it shall be at an instant suddenly…

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Jeremiah 15
1. The utter rejection and manifold judgments of the people.
10. Jeremiah, complaining of their spite, receives a promise for himself;
12. and a threatening for them.
15. He prays;
19. and receives a gracious promise.














I will deliver you
The phrase "I will deliver you" is a powerful promise from God, emphasizing His role as a rescuer and protector. The Hebrew root for "deliver" is "נצל" (natsal), which conveys the idea of snatching away or rescuing from danger. This assurance reflects God's sovereignty and His ability to intervene in the lives of His people. Historically, this promise would have been particularly comforting to Jeremiah, who faced intense opposition and persecution. It serves as a reminder that God is actively involved in the lives of His followers, providing a way out of seemingly impossible situations.

from the hand of the wicked
The "hand" in biblical terms often symbolizes power or control. The Hebrew word "יד" (yad) is used here, indicating the influence or grasp that the wicked have over others. The "wicked" refers to those who are morally wrong or guilty, often opposing God's will. In Jeremiah's context, this could refer to the corrupt leaders and false prophets of Judah who were leading the people astray. This phrase reassures believers that no matter how powerful or oppressive the wicked may seem, God's deliverance is certain and His justice will prevail.

and redeem you
The term "redeem" comes from the Hebrew "גאל" (ga'al), which means to buy back or reclaim. This word is rich with theological significance, often used in the context of a kinsman-redeemer who restores a family member's rights or property. In a broader spiritual sense, it points to God's redemptive work through Christ, who redeems humanity from sin. For Jeremiah, this promise of redemption would have been a beacon of hope, signifying restoration and a return to God's favor despite the nation's unfaithfulness.

from the grasp of the ruthless
The "grasp" signifies a firm hold or control, similar to the "hand" mentioned earlier. The Hebrew word "כף" (kaf) is used, which can also mean palm or hollow of the hand, indicating a tight grip. The "ruthless" are those who are cruel and merciless, often exploiting others for their gain. In Jeremiah's time, this could refer to foreign oppressors or internal tyrants who showed no compassion. This phrase underscores God's promise to liberate His people from those who oppress them without mercy, highlighting His justice and compassion.

Verse 21. - Out of the hand of the wicked, etc. The "wicked" (literally, evil) and the "terrible" may be the banditti, composed of desperate patriots, who ultimately assassinated Gedaliah (Jeremiah 41:1-3).



Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
I will deliver you
וְהִצַּלְתִּ֖יךָ (wə·hiṣ·ṣal·tî·ḵā)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Conjunctive perfect - first person common singular | second person masculine singular
Strong's 5337: To strip, plunder, deliver oneself, be delivered, snatch away, deliver

from the hand
מִיַּ֣ד (mî·yaḏ)
Preposition-m | Noun - feminine singular construct
Strong's 3027: A hand

of the wicked
רָעִ֑ים (rā·‘îm)
Adjective - masculine plural
Strong's 7451: Bad, evil

and redeem you
וּפְדִתִ֖יךָ (ū·p̄ə·ḏi·ṯî·ḵā)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - first person common singular | second person masculine singular
Strong's 6299: To sever, ransom, gener, to release, preserve

from the grasp
מִכַּ֥ף (mik·kap̄)
Preposition-m | Noun - feminine singular construct
Strong's 3709: Hollow or flat of the hand, palm, sole (of the foot), a pan

of the ruthless.”
עָרִצִֽים׃ (‘ā·ri·ṣîm)
Adjective - masculine plural
Strong's 6184: Awe-inspiring, terror-striking


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