Jeremiah 17:7
New International Version
“But blessed is the one who trusts in the LORD, whose confidence is in him.

New Living Translation
“But blessed are those who trust in the LORD and have made the LORD their hope and confidence.

English Standard Version
“Blessed is the man who trusts in the LORD, whose trust is the LORD.

Berean Standard Bible
But blessed is the man who trusts in the LORD, whose confidence is in Him.

King James Bible
Blessed is the man that trusteth in the LORD, and whose hope the LORD is.

New King James Version
“Blessed is the man who trusts in the LORD, And whose hope is the LORD.

New American Standard Bible
“Blessed is the man who trusts in the LORD, And whose trust is the LORD.

NASB 1995
“Blessed is the man who trusts in the LORD And whose trust is the LORD.

NASB 1977
“Blessed is the man who trusts in the LORD And whose trust is the LORD.

Legacy Standard Bible
Blessed is the man who trusts in Yahweh And whose trust is Yahweh.

Amplified Bible
“Blessed [with spiritual security] is the man who believes and trusts in and relies on the LORD And whose hope and confident expectation is the LORD.

Christian Standard Bible
The person who trusts in the LORD, whose confidence indeed is the LORD, is blessed.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
The man who trusts in the LORD, whose confidence indeed is the LORD, is blessed.

American Standard Version
Blessed is the man that trusteth in Jehovah, and whose trust Jehovah is.

Contemporary English Version
But I will bless those who trust me, the LORD.

English Revised Version
Blessed is the man that trusteth in the LORD, and whose hope the LORD is.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Blessed is the person who trusts the LORD. The LORD will be his confidence.

Good News Translation
"But I will bless the person who puts his trust in me.

International Standard Version
Blessed is the person who trusts in the LORD, making the LORD his trust.

Majority Standard Bible
But blessed is the man who trusts in the LORD, whose confidence is in Him.

NET Bible
My blessing is on those people who trust in me, who put their confidence in me.

New Heart English Bible
Blessed is the man who trusts in the LORD, and whose confidence is in the LORD.

Webster's Bible Translation
Blessed is the man that trusteth in the LORD, and whose hope the LORD is.

World English Bible
“Blessed is the man who trusts in Yahweh, and whose confidence is in Yahweh.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
Blessed [is] the man who trusts in YHWH, "" And whose confidence has been YHWH.

Young's Literal Translation
Blessed is the man who trusteth in Jehovah, And whose confidence hath been Jehovah.

Smith's Literal Translation
Blessed the man who shall trust in Jehovah, and his trust was Jehovah.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Blessed be the man that trusteth in the Lord, and the Lord shall be his confidence.

Catholic Public Domain Version
Blessed is the man who trusts in the Lord, for the Lord will be his confidence.

New American Bible
Blessed are those who trust in the LORD; the LORD will be their trust.

New Revised Standard Version
Blessed are those who trust in the LORD, whose trust is the LORD.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Blessed is the man who trusts in the LORD, and whose hope is in him.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
Blessed is the man who trusts on LORD JEHOVAH, and LORD JEHOVAH will be his trust
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
Blessed is the man that trusteth in the LORD, And whose trust the LORD is.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
But blessed is the man who trusts in the Lord, and whose hope the Lord shall be.
Audio Bible



Context
The Sin and Punishment of Judah
6He will be like a shrub in the desert; he will not see when prosperity comes. He will dwell in the parched places of the desert, in a salt land where no one lives. 7But blessed is the man who trusts in the LORD, whose confidence is in Him. 8He is like a tree planted by the waters that sends out its roots toward the stream. It does not fear when the heat comes, and its leaves are always green. It does not worry in a year of drought, nor does it cease to produce fruit.…

Cross References
Psalm 1:1-3
Blessed is the man who does not walk in the counsel of the wicked, or set foot on the path of sinners, or sit in the seat of mockers. / But his delight is in the Law of the LORD, and on His law he meditates day and night. / He is like a tree planted by streams of water, yielding its fruit in season, whose leaf does not wither, and who prospers in all he does.

Psalm 34:8
Taste and see that the LORD is good; blessed is the man who takes refuge in Him!

Proverbs 3:5-6
Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; / in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight.

Isaiah 26:3-4
You will keep in perfect peace the steadfast of mind, because he trusts in You. / Trust in the LORD forever, because GOD the LORD is the Rock eternal.

Psalm 40:4
Blessed is the man who has made the LORD his trust, who has not turned to the proud, nor to those who lapse into falsehood.

Psalm 84:12
O LORD of Hosts, how blessed is the man who trusts in You!

Psalm 125:1
A song of ascents. Those who trust in the LORD are like Mount Zion. It cannot be moved; it abides forever.

Proverbs 16:20
Whoever heeds instruction will find success, and blessed is he who trusts in the LORD.

Isaiah 30:18
Therefore the LORD longs to be gracious to you; therefore He rises to show you compassion, for the LORD is a just God. Blessed are all who wait for Him.

Psalm 146:5
Blessed is he whose help is the God of Jacob, whose hope is in the LORD his God,

Matthew 5:3-12
“Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. / Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. / Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth. ...

Romans 15:13
Now may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you believe in Him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.

Hebrews 11:6
And without faith it is impossible to please God. For anyone who approaches Him must believe that He exists and that He rewards those who earnestly seek Him.

James 1:12
Blessed is the man who perseveres under trial, because when he has stood the test, he will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love Him.

1 Peter 1:8-9
Though you have not seen Him, you love Him; and though you do not see Him now, you believe in Him and rejoice with an inexpressible and glorious joy, / now that you are receiving the goal of your faith, the salvation of your souls.


Treasury of Scripture

Blessed is the man that trusts in the LORD, and whose hope the LORD is.

Psalm 2:12
Kiss the Son, lest he be angry, and ye perish from the way, when his wrath is kindled but a little. Blessed are all they that put their trust in him.

Psalm 34:8
O taste and see that the LORD is good: blessed is the man that trusteth in him.

Psalm 84:12
O LORD of hosts, blessed is the man that trusteth in thee.

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Jeremiah 17
1. The captivity of Judah for her sin.
5. Trust in man is cursed;
7. in God is blessed.
9. The deceitful heart cannot deceive God.
12. The salvation of God.
15. The prophet complains of the mockers of his prophecy.
19. He is sent to renew the covenant in hallowing the Sabbath.














But blessed
The Hebrew word for "blessed" is "baruch," which conveys a state of happiness or divine favor. In the context of the Old Testament, being blessed often implies a deep sense of well-being and contentment that comes from a right relationship with God. This blessing is not merely material but encompasses spiritual prosperity and peace. The use of "but" contrasts the blessed state of the righteous with the cursed state of those who rely on human strength, as seen in the preceding verses.

is the man
The phrase "the man" here is representative of any person, regardless of gender, who chooses to live in accordance with God's will. In Hebrew, "ish" is often used to denote a person of integrity and character. This highlights the personal nature of the relationship with God, emphasizing individual responsibility and the personal choice to trust in the Lord.

who trusts
The Hebrew root for "trusts" is "batach," which means to have confidence, to be secure, or to feel safe. Trusting in the Lord implies a deep reliance and faith in God's character and promises. It is an active choice to depend on God rather than on human wisdom or strength. This trust is foundational to the believer's relationship with God and is a recurring theme throughout Scripture, underscoring the importance of faith.

in the LORD
The term "LORD" in all capital letters is the English representation of the Tetragrammaton, YHWH, the covenant name of God revealed to Moses. This name signifies God's eternal, self-existent nature and His faithfulness to His promises. Trusting in the LORD means relying on His unchanging nature and His covenantal faithfulness. It is a call to recognize God's sovereignty and His intimate involvement in the lives of His people.

whose confidence
The word "confidence" in Hebrew is "mibtach," which is closely related to "batach" (trust). It denotes a sense of security and assurance. This confidence is not based on human ability or circumstances but is rooted in the character and promises of God. It reflects a steadfast assurance that God is in control and that He will fulfill His purposes.

is in Him
The phrase "in Him" emphasizes the object of the believer's trust and confidence. It is not in oneself, other people, or worldly systems, but in God alone. This highlights the exclusivity of the believer's reliance on God, pointing to a relationship that is both personal and communal. The preposition "in" suggests an intimate connection and union with God, where the believer finds their ultimate security and hope.

(7) Blessed is the man . . .--The words that follow in Jeremiah 17:8 are almost a paraphrase of Psalm 1:3. and, we may well believe, were suggested by them. The prophet has, as it were, his own Ebal and Gerizim: trust in God inheriting the blessing, and distrust the curse.



Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
But blessed
בָּר֣וּךְ (bā·rūḵ)
Verb - Qal - QalPassParticiple - masculine singular
Strong's 1288: To kneel, to bless God, man, to curse

[is] the man
הַגֶּ֔בֶר (hag·ge·ḇer)
Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 1397: A valiant man, warrior, a person simply

who
אֲשֶׁ֥ר (’ă·šer)
Pronoun - relative
Strong's 834: Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that

trusts
יִבְטַ֖ח (yiḇ·ṭaḥ)
Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 982: To trust, be confident, sure

in the LORD,
בַּֽיהוָ֑ה (Yah·weh)
Preposition-b | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel

whose confidence
מִבְטַחֽוֹ׃ (miḇ·ṭa·ḥōw)
Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 4009: A refuge, security, assurance

is
וְהָיָ֥ה (wə·hā·yāh)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 1961: To fall out, come to pass, become, be

[Him].
יְהוָ֖ה (Yah·weh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel


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