Jeremiah 17

NET

16 But I have not pestered you to bring disaster. I have not desired the time of irreparable devastation. You know that. You are fully aware of every word that I have spoken.


Darby

16 But as for me, I have not hastened from being a shepherd in following thee, neither have I desired the fatal day, thou knowest: that which came out of my lips was before thy face.


KJV

16 As for me, I have not hastened from [being] a pastor to follow theeK5176: neither have I desired the woeful day; thou knowest: that which came out of my lips was [right] before thee.


KJV Bible Notes

follow thee: Heb. after thee.