Jeremiah 31:4
Jeremiah 31:4 in Multiple Translations
Again I will build you, and you will be rebuilt, O Virgin Israel. Again you will take up your tambourines and go out in joyful dancing.
Again I will build thee, and thou shalt be built, O virgin of Israel: thou shalt again be adorned with thy tabrets, and shalt go forth in the dances of them that make merry.
Again will I build thee, and thou shalt be built, O virgin of Israel: again shalt thou be adorned with thy tabrets, and shalt go forth in the dances of them that make merry.
I will again make new your buildings, O virgin of Israel, and you will take up your place: again you will take up your instruments of music, and go out in the dances of those who are glad.
I'm going to rebuild you, and it will happen. You will be rebuilt, Virgin Israel. You will pick up your tambourines again and run outside to dance with joy.
Againe I will builde thee, and thou shalt be builded, O virgine Israel: thou shalt stil be adorned with thy timbrels, and shalt goe foorth in the dance of them that be ioyfull.
Again do I build thee, And thou hast been built, O virgin of Israel, Again thou puttest on thy tabrets, And hast gone out in the chorus of the playful.
I will build you again, and you will be built, O virgin of Israel. You will again be adorned with your tambourines, and will go out in the dances of those who make merry.
Again I will build thee, and thou shalt be built, O virgin of Israel; thou shalt again be adorned with thy tabrets, and shalt go forth in the dances of them that make merry.
And I will build thee again, and thou shalt be built, O virgin of Israel: thou shalt again be adorned with thy timbrels, and shalt go forth in the dances of them that make merry.
And now I tell you, my Israeli people whom I love [MET], that I will cause you to be a nation again. You will joyfully dance as you play your tambourines.
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Hebrew Word Reference — Jeremiah 31:4
Study Notes — Jeremiah 31:4
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- Cross References
- Jeremiah 31:4 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Jeremiah 31:4
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Jeremiah 31:4
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Jeremiah 31:4
- Trapp's Commentary on Jeremiah 31:4
- Ellicott's Commentary on Jeremiah 31:4
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Jeremiah 31:4
- Cambridge Bible on Jeremiah 31:4
- Barnes' Notes on Jeremiah 31:4
- Whedon's Commentary on Jeremiah 31:4
- Sermons on Jeremiah 31:4
Context — Mourning Turned to Joy
4Again I will build you, and you will be rebuilt, O Virgin Israel. Again you will take up your tambourines and go out in joyful dancing.
5Again you will plant vineyards on the hills of Samaria; the farmers will plant and enjoy the fruit. 6For there will be a day when watchmen will call out on the hills of Ephraim, ‘Arise, let us go up to Zion, to the LORD our God!’”Cross References
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| 1 | Jeremiah 33:7 | I will restore Judah and Israel from captivity and will rebuild them as in former times. |
| 2 | Jeremiah 31:13 | Then the maidens will rejoice with dancing, young men and old as well. I will turn their mourning into joy, and give them comfort and joy for their sorrow. |
| 3 | Amos 5:2 | “Fallen is Virgin Israel, never to rise again. She lies abandoned on her land, with no one to raise her up.” |
| 4 | Revelation 21:10–27 | And he carried me away in the Spirit to a mountain great and high, and showed me the holy city of Jerusalem coming down out of heaven from God, shining with the glory of God. Its radiance was like a most precious jewel, like a jasper, as clear as crystal. The city had a great and high wall with twelve gates inscribed with the names of the twelve tribes of Israel, and twelve angels at the gates. There were three gates on the east, three on the north, three on the south, and three on the west. The wall of the city had twelve foundations bearing the names of the twelve apostles of the Lamb. The angel who spoke with me had a golden measuring rod to measure the city and its gates and walls. The city lies foursquare, with its width the same as its length. And he measured the city with the rod, and all its dimensions were equal—12,000 stadia in length and width and height. And he measured its wall to be 144 cubits, by the human measure the angel was using. The wall was made of jasper, and the city itself of pure gold, as pure as glass. The foundations of the city walls were adorned with every kind of precious stone: The first foundation was jasper, the second sapphire, the third chalcedony, the fourth emerald, the fifth sardonyx, the sixth carnelian, the seventh chrysolite, the eighth beryl, the ninth topaz, the tenth chrysoprase, the eleventh jacinth, and the twelfth amethyst. And the twelve gates were twelve pearls, with each gate consisting of a single pearl. The main street of the city was pure gold, as clear as glass. But I saw no temple in the city, because the Lord God Almighty and the Lamb are its temple. And the city has no need of sun or moon to shine on it, because the glory of God illuminates the city, and the Lamb is its lamp. By its light the nations will walk, and into it the kings of the earth will bring their glory. Its gates will never be shut at the end of the day, because there will be no night there. And into the city will be brought the glory and honor of the nations. But nothing unclean will ever enter it, nor anyone who practices an abomination or a lie, but only those whose names are written in the Lamb’s Book of Life. |
| 5 | Acts 15:16 | ‘After this I will return and rebuild the fallen tent of David. Its ruins I will rebuild, and I will restore it, |
| 6 | Jeremiah 30:18–19 | This is what the LORD says: “I will restore the fortunes of Jacob’s tents and have compassion on his dwellings. And the city will be rebuilt on her own ruins, and the palace will stand in its rightful place. Thanksgiving will proceed from them, a sound of celebration. I will multiply them, and they will not be decreased; I will honor them, and they will not be belittled. |
| 7 | Luke 15:23 | Bring the fattened calf and kill it. Let us feast and celebrate. |
| 8 | Lamentations 2:13 | What can I say for you? To what can I compare you, O Daughter of Jerusalem? To what can I liken you, that I may console you, O Virgin Daughter of Zion? For your wound is as deep as the sea. Who can ever heal you? |
| 9 | 2 Kings 19:21 | This is the word that the LORD has spoken against him: ‘The Virgin Daughter of Zion despises you and mocks you; the Daughter of Jerusalem shakes her head behind you. |
| 10 | Psalms 149:3 | Let them praise His name with dancing, and make music to Him with tambourine and harp. |
Jeremiah 31:4 Summary
In Jeremiah 31:4, God promises to restore and rebuild His people, Israel, and to bring them joy and celebration. This verse reminds us that God is a loving and redeeming God who wants to bring us back to Himself and give us a fresh start (Jeremiah 31:3, Isaiah 43:19). Just like the Israelites, we can trust in God's promise to rebuild and restore us, and we can express our joy and gratitude to Him through worship and celebration (Psalm 100:1-5). As we reflect on this verse, we can remember that God's love and restoration are always available to us, and that He desires to bring us joy and fulfillment.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean for God to 'build' and 'rebuild' Israel in Jeremiah 31:4?
This refers to God's promise to restore and revitalize His people, just as He did in the book of Ezra when He allowed the Israelites to return from exile and rebuild the Temple in Jerusalem (Ezra 1:1-4, Ezra 6:1-18).
Why is Israel called 'Virgin Israel' in this verse?
The term 'Virgin Israel' is a metaphorical expression of Israel's purity and innocence before God, much like the description of the church as a 'chaste virgin' in 2 Corinthians 11:2.
What is the significance of the tambourines and joyful dancing in Jeremiah 31:4?
The tambourines and joyful dancing represent the joy and celebration that will accompany God's restoration of His people, much like the rejoicing that occurred when the Israelites dedicated the wall of Jerusalem in Nehemiah 12:27-43.
How does this verse relate to the overall message of Jeremiah 31?
Jeremiah 31:4 is part of a larger prophecy about God's plan to restore and redeem His people, which is rooted in His everlasting love for them, as stated in Jeremiah 31:3, and is fulfilled in the New Covenant described in Jeremiah 31:31-34.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas of my life where I need God to 'build' and 'rebuild' me, and how can I surrender to His restoration?
- How can I, like 'Virgin Israel', maintain a posture of purity and innocence before God, even in the midst of challenging circumstances?
- In what ways can I express my joy and gratitude to God through 'joyful dancing' and celebration, like the Israelites in this verse?
- How does the promise of God's restoration in Jeremiah 31:4 give me hope and comfort in times of difficulty or uncertainty?
Gill's Exposition on Jeremiah 31:4
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Jeremiah 31:4
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Jeremiah 31:4
Trapp's Commentary on Jeremiah 31:4
Ellicott's Commentary on Jeremiah 31:4
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Jeremiah 31:4
Cambridge Bible on Jeremiah 31:4
Barnes' Notes on Jeremiah 31:4
Whedon's Commentary on Jeremiah 31:4
Sermons on Jeremiah 31:4
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Covenant Remembrance by Thomas Bradbury | Thomas Bradbury preaches on the significance of being awakened by the Angel of the Lord, emphasizing the need for spiritual motives in worship and the desire for God's presence. Th |
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Spiritual Times and Seasons by J.C. Philpot | J.C. Philpot preaches on the vanity of all creature enjoyments and the importance of experiencing the killing and healing work of grace in the soul. Through the examples of King So |
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Zion's Foundations, Windows, Gates and Boarders by J.C. Philpot | J.C. Philpot preaches about the precious promises of God, emphasizing that these promises are exceedingly great and precious to the church of God only in specific circumstances whe |
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An Inquiry After Truth and Righteousness, and After the People, &C. by Isaac Penington | Greek Word Studies for an aid_number 34478 preaches on the significance of mourning over sin, emphasizing the need for genuine confession, repentance, and sorrow. The preacher high |
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Some Comments on Netanyahu’s Election in Israel: A Prelude to Coming Disaster? by Art Katz | Art Katz discusses the implications of Benjamin Netanyahu's election in Israel, suggesting that it may not lead to any significant change in the nation's dire circumstances. He arg |
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Facing Reprobates With Their Destiny by Rolfe Barnard | In this sermon, the preacher tells the story of a lost soul who decides to visit an old country church. As he enters the deserted church, his memory takes him back to a Sunday morn |
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The Wall Is Down by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes that God is bringing a strong message to the United States through prophets and watchmen. He declares that God is no longer allowing people |






