Jeremiah 32:11
Jeremiah 32:11 in Multiple Translations
Then I took the deed of purchase—the sealed copy with its terms and conditions, as well as the open copy—
So I took the evidence of the purchase, both that which was sealed according to the law and custom, and that which was open:
So I took the deed of the purchase, both that which was sealed, according to the law and custom, and that which was open:
So I took the paper witnessing the business, one copy rolled up and stamped, and one copy open:
Then I took the deed of sale, both the sealed original containing the terms and conditions, and the unsealed copy,
So I tooke the booke of the possession, being sealed according to the Lawe, and custome, with the booke that was open,
And I take the purchase-book, the sealed one, according to law and custom, and the open one.
So I took the deed of the purchase, both that which was sealed, containing the terms and conditions, and that which was open;
So I took the evidence of the purchase, both that which was sealed according to the law and custom, and that which was open:
And I took the deed of the purchase that was sealed, and the stipulations, and the ratifications with the seals that were on the outside.
Then I took two copies of the paper/papyrus. One was sealed and the other was not sealed. On both of them was written the price and conditions of the purchase. I took both copies
Berean Amplified Bible — Jeremiah 32:11
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Jeremiah 32:11 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וָ/אֶקַּ֖ח
אֶת
סֵ֣פֶר
הַ/מִּקְנָ֑ה
אֶת
הֶֽ/חָת֛וּם
הַ/מִּצְוָ֥ה
וְ/הַ/חֻקִּ֖ים
וְ/אֶת
הַ/גָּלֽוּי
וָ/אֶקַּ֖ח
lâqach
H3947
to take
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-1cs
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
סֵ֣פֶר
çêpher
H5612
scroll
N-ms
הַ/מִּקְנָ֑ה
miqnâh
H4736
purchase
Art | N-fs
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
הֶֽ/חָת֛וּם
châtham
H2856
to seal
Art | V-Qal-Inf-c
הַ/מִּצְוָ֥ה
mitsvâh
H4687
commandment
Art | N-fs
וְ/הַ/חֻקִּ֖ים
chôq
H2706
statute
Conj | Art | N-mp
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
Conj | DirObjM
הַ/גָּלֽוּי
gâlâh
H1540
to reveal
Art | V-Qal-Inf-c
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Hebrew Word Reference — Jeremiah 32:11
וָ/אֶקַּ֖ח
lâqach
H3947
"to take"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-1cs
This Hebrew word means to take or get something, and it is used in many different ways in the Bible. It can mean to take a wife, to take possession of something, or to receive a gift. For example, in Genesis 2:22, God takes a rib from Adam to create Eve.
Definition: : take 1) to take, get, fetch, lay hold of, seize, receive, acquire, buy, bring, marry, take a wife, snatch, take away 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to take, take in the hand 1a2) to take and carry along 1a3) to take from, take out of, take, carry away, take away 1a4) to take to or for a person, procure, get, take possession of, select, choose, take in marriage, receive, accept 1a5) to take up or upon, put upon 1a6) to fetch 1a7) to take, lead, conduct 1a8) to take, capture, seize 1a9) to take, carry off 1a10) to take (vengeance) 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be captured 1b2) to be taken away, be removed 1b3) to be taken, brought unto 1c) (Pual) 1c1) to be taken from or out of 1c2) to be stolen from 1c3) to be taken captive 1c4) to be taken away, be removed 1d) (Hophal) 1d1) to be taken unto, be brought unto 1d2) to be taken out of 1d3) to be taken away 1e) (Hithpael) 1e1) to take hold of oneself 1e2) to flash about (of lightning)
Usage: Occurs in 909 OT verses. KJV: accept, bring, buy, carry away, drawn, fetch, get, infold, [idiom] many, mingle, place, receive(-ing), reserve, seize, send for, take (away, -ing, up), use, win. See also: Genesis 2:15; Genesis 34:17; Exodus 30:23.
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
סֵ֣פֶר
çêpher
H5612
"scroll"
N-ms
This word means a written document, like a scroll or book, used to record important events or messages. It appears in books like Isaiah and Matthew, referring to written records.
Definition: : document 1) missive, document, writing, book 1a) missive 1a1) letter (of instruction), written order, commission, request, written decree 1b) legal document, certificate of divorce, deed of purchase, indictment, sign 1c) book, scroll 1c1) book of prophecies 1c2) genealogical register 1c3) law-book 1c4) book (of poems) 1c5) book (of kings) 1c6) books of the canon, scripture 1c7) record book (of God) 1d) book-learning, writing 1d1) be able to read (after verb 'to know')
Usage: Occurs in 174 OT verses. KJV: bill, book, evidence, [idiom] learn(-ed) (-ing), letter, register, scroll. See also: Genesis 5:1; 2 Chronicles 17:9; Psalms 40:8.
הַ/מִּקְנָ֑ה
miqnâh
H4736
"purchase"
Art | N-fs
This Hebrew word means to buy or acquire something, like a piece of land or property, and can also refer to the price paid for it, as seen in various KJV translations.
Definition: 1) purchase 1a) purchase 1b) purchase-price 1c) possession (gained by purchase)
Usage: Occurs in 13 OT verses. KJV: (he that is) bought, possession, piece, purchase. See also: Genesis 17:12; Leviticus 25:16; Jeremiah 32:11.
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
הֶֽ/חָת֛וּם
châtham
H2856
"to seal"
Art | V-Qal-Inf-c
To seal means to close or lock something, like a document or container. This word is used in the Bible to describe marking or sealing something, often with a signet ring.
Definition: 1) to seal, seal up, affix a seal 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to seal, affix one's seal 1a2) to seal up, fasten up by sealing 1b) (Niphal) to seal 1c) (Piel) to lock up 1d) (Hiphil) to be stopped Aramaic equivalent: cha.tam (חֲתַם "to seal" H2857)
Usage: Occurs in 24 OT verses. KJV: make an end, mark, seal (up), stop. See also: Leviticus 15:3; Job 37:7; Isaiah 8:16.
הַ/מִּצְוָ֥ה
mitsvâh
H4687
"commandment"
Art | N-fs
This Hebrew word means a command or law given by God or humans, as seen in the Bible's rules and guidelines. It appears in books like Exodus and Deuteronomy. The commandments guide people's actions.
Definition: 1) commandment 1a) commandment (of man) 1b) the commandment (of God) 1c) commandment (of code of wisdom)
Usage: Occurs in 177 OT verses. KJV: (which was) commanded(-ment), law, ordinance, precept. See also: Genesis 26:5; 1 Chronicles 28:8; Psalms 19:9.
וְ/הַ/חֻקִּ֖ים
chôq
H2706
"statute"
Conj | Art | N-mp
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means a decree or law given by God, like the Ten Commandments. It appears in books like Exodus and Deuteronomy, guiding the Israelites' actions. This concept is essential to understanding God's expectations.
Definition: : decree 1) statute, ordinance, limit, something prescribed, due 1a) prescribed task 1b) prescribed portion 1c) action prescribed (for oneself), resolve 1d) prescribed due 1e) prescribed limit, boundary 1f) enactment, decree, ordinance 1f1) specific decree 1f2) law in general 1g) enactments, statutes 1g1) conditions 1g2) enactments 1g3) decrees 1g4) civil enactments prescribed by God
Usage: Occurs in 124 OT verses. KJV: appointed, bound, commandment, convenient, custom, decree(-d), due, law, measure, [idiom] necessary, ordinance(-nary), portion, set time, statute, task. See also: Genesis 47:22; Nehemiah 1:7; Psalms 2:7.
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
Conj | DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
הַ/גָּלֽוּי
gâlâh
H1540
"to reveal"
Art | V-Qal-Inf-c
This Hebrew word means to reveal or uncover something, often in a way that's embarrassing or shameful. It can also mean to exile someone, forcing them to leave their home. In some cases, it's used to describe God revealing himself to people.
Definition: : reveal[information] 1) to uncover, remove 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to uncover 1a2) to remove, depart 1a3) to go into exile 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) (reflexive) 1b1a) to uncover oneself 1b1b) to discover or show oneself 1b1c) to reveal himself (of God) 1b2) (passive) 1b2a) to be uncovered 1b2b) to be disclosed, be discovered 1b2c) to be revealed 1b3) to be removed 1c) (Piel) 1c1) to uncover (nakedness) 1c1a) nakedness 1c1b) general 1c2) to disclose, discover, lay bare 1c3) to make known, show, reveal 1d) (Pual) to be uncovered 1e) (Hiphil) to carry away into exile, take into exile 1f) (Hophal) to be taken into exile 1g) (Hithpael) 1g1) to be uncovered 1g2) to reveal oneself
Usage: Occurs in 167 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] advertise, appear, bewray, bring, (carry, lead, go) captive (into captivity), depart, disclose, discover, exile, be gone, open, [idiom] plainly, publish, remove, reveal, [idiom] shamelessly, shew, [idiom] surely, tell, uncover. See also: Genesis 9:21; Job 38:17; Psalms 18:16.
Study Notes — Jeremiah 32:11
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- Context
- Cross References
- Jeremiah 32:11 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Jeremiah 32:11
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Jeremiah 32:11
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Jeremiah 32:11
- Trapp's Commentary on Jeremiah 32:11
- Ellicott's Commentary on Jeremiah 32:11
- Cambridge Bible on Jeremiah 32:11
- Sermons on Jeremiah 32:11
Context — Jeremiah Buys Hanamel’s Field
9So I bought the field in Anathoth from my cousin Hanamel, and I weighed out seventeen shekels of silver.
10I signed and sealed the deed, called in witnesses, and weighed out the silver on the scales.
11Then I took the deed of purchase—the sealed copy with its terms and conditions, as well as the open copy—
12and I gave this deed to Baruch son of Neriah, the son of Mahseiah, in the sight of my cousin Hanamel and the witnesses who were signing the purchase agreement and all the Jews sitting in the courtyard of the guard. 13In their sight I instructed Baruch,Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Luke 2:27 | Led by the Spirit, he went into the temple courts. And when the parents brought in the child Jesus to do for Him what was customary under the Law, |
| 2 | 1 Corinthians 11:16 | If anyone is inclined to dispute this, we have no other practice, nor do the churches of God. |
| 3 | Acts 26:3 | especially since you are acquainted with all the Jewish customs and controversies. I beg you, therefore, to listen to me patiently. |
Jeremiah 32:11 Summary
[Jeremiah 32:11 shows us that Jeremiah took the deed of purchase, which was a sealed and open copy, to complete the buying of the field, as God had instructed him, in Jeremiah 32:8-9. This act of faith and obedience demonstrates Jeremiah's trust in God's promise, as stated in Jeremiah 32:15, that one day fields will again be bought and sold in Israel. This verse teaches us about the importance of following God's instructions, even when it seems illogical or impractical, as seen in other Bible stories like Abraham's journey in Genesis 12:1-5. By following God's instructions, we can demonstrate our faith and trust in His promises, just like Jeremiah did.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the sealed and open copies of the deed in Jeremiah 32:11?
The sealed copy contained the terms and conditions of the purchase, while the open copy was a public record of the transaction, as seen in Jeremiah 32:11, similar to the practice described in Deuteronomy 24:1-4, where a sealed and open copy were used for important documents.
Why was it important for Jeremiah to take the deed of purchase?
Jeremiah took the deed to officially complete the purchase of the field, as instructed by God, demonstrating his faith and obedience, as seen in Jeremiah 32:8-9, where God tells Jeremiah to buy the field from his cousin Hanamel.
What does this verse reveal about Jeremiah's character?
This verse shows Jeremiah's willingness to follow God's instructions, even when it seems illogical or impractical, as Jeremiah is buying a field in a time of war and uncertainty, trusting in God's promise, as stated in Jeremiah 32:15, that one day fields will again be bought and sold in Israel.
How does this verse relate to the broader context of Jeremiah's ministry?
This verse is part of a larger narrative of Jeremiah's prophetic ministry, where he is called to speak truth to the people of Judah, and to demonstrate his faith in God's promises, even in the face of judgment and exile, as seen in Jeremiah 1:1-10, where God calls Jeremiah to be a prophet to the nations.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can demonstrate my faith and obedience to God, even when it's difficult or unpopular?
- How can I trust in God's promises, even when my circumstances seem uncertain or challenging?
- What are some 'fields' in my life that God may be calling me to 'buy' or invest in, and how can I respond in faith?
- How can I balance the need for practical wisdom with the need for faith and obedience to God's instructions?
Gill's Exposition on Jeremiah 32:11
So I took the evidence of the purchase,.... The deed of purchase, the book or bill of sale, the instrument of the bargain, as before mentioned: [both] that which is sealed, [according] to the law and
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Jeremiah 32:11
So I took the evidence of the purchase, both that which was sealed according to the law and custom, and that which was open: I took the evidence of the purchase, both sealed ... and ... open.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Jeremiah 32:11
It is most probable that, upon such bargains and sales amongst the Jews, two instruments were made, the one sealed up, to be kept by the purchaser, the other open, to be showed to the judges, and by them ratified, and that this was the law and custom ordinarily amongst the Jews upon purchases; both which Jeremiah kept, the one for his use, the other to produce in court for ratification. There is no certainty in the guesses that some others make why there were two copies: nothing appeareth but that the prophet bought this little purchase with the same rites and circumstances that men ordinarily in that country made purchases in times of peace and civil order.
Trapp's Commentary on Jeremiah 32:11
Jeremiah 32:11 So I took the evidence of the purchase, [both] that which was sealed [according] to the law and custom, and that which was open:Ver. 11. So I took the evidence of the purchase, both that which was sealed, &c.] There were then two copies of these contracts and covenants, for preventing of later claims and quarrels.
Ellicott's Commentary on Jeremiah 32:11
(11) Both that which was sealed . . . and that which was open.—We are left to conjecture why there were two documents, and why one was sealed and the other open. Possibly, as in modern transactions, one was simply a duplicate copy of the other, the sealed document being the formal evidence of purchase kept by the buyer, and the other left with the vendor for reference. The more probable explanation, however, is that the unsealed document, which the witnesses did not subscribe or see, contained details which did not concern the witnesses, the price paid (though the mention of the witnesses before the weighing of the money militates against this view), the conditions of resumption by the vendor, possibly some reference to the period of seventy years, at the end of which, and not before, the heirs of Jeremiah might expect to enter on possession. According to the law and custom.—Better, to wit, the agreement and the conditions. The whole transaction may be compared, as an example of ancient conveyancing, with the transfer of the field and cave of Machpelah in Genesis 23
Cambridge Bible on Jeremiah 32:11
11. both that which was sealed … and that which was open] but not implying two documents to be kept separate. They were the two parts of a whole. See on Jeremiah 32:10. according to the law and custom] better, with mg. containing the terms and conditions. The former Dr. however renders the injunction, viz. to the seller, bidding him hand over the property, while the latter are the conditions on which it is purchased.
Sermons on Jeremiah 32:11
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Coming Out of Babylon by Zac Poonen | This sermon emphasizes the need for a pure and holy church, contrasting it with the corrupt system of Babylon. It highlights the dangers of backsliding, divisions, politics, money- |
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(The Head Covering) 09 - 1 Corinthians 11:16 and Answers to the Cultural Argument by Tom Chaplin | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the history of creation and the analogies between the relationships of God to Christ, Christ to man, and man to woman. He argues that these r |
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Church Live Re-Visited: Session Three - Part 1 by Ron Bailey | This sermon delves into three main sections: reference points, judgment, and labor with rewards, focusing on 1 Corinthians chapters 3 and 4. It explores the different ways people l |
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The Churches Founded by the Apostles by Watchman Nee | Watchman Nee emphasizes the distinction between the universal Church and local churches, explaining that while the Church is one body, the apostles established separate churches ba |