Jeremiah 31:3
Jeremiah 31:3
King James Version (KJV)
The LORD hath appeared of old unto me, saying, Yea, I have loved thee with an everlasting love: therefore with lovingkindness have I drawn thee.
English Standard Version (ESV)
the LORD appeared to him from far away. I have loved you with an everlasting love; therefore I have continued my faithfulness to you.
New International Version (NIV)
The Lord appeared to us in the past, saying: I have loved you with an everlasting love; I have drawn you with unfailing kindness.