Jeremiah 32:16
Jeremiah 32:16 in Multiple Translations
After I had given the deed of purchase to Baruch son of Neriah, I prayed to the LORD:
¶ Now when I had delivered the evidence of the purchase unto Baruch the son of Neriah, I prayed unto the LORD, saying,
Now after I had delivered the deed of the purchase unto Baruch the son of Neriah, I prayed unto Jehovah, saying,
Now after I had given the paper to Baruch, the son of Neriah, I made my prayer to the Lord, saying,
After I had given the deed of sale to Baruch son of Neriah, I prayed to the Lord:
Now when I had deliuered the booke of the possession vnto Baruch, the sonne of Neriah, I prayed vnto the Lord, saying,
And I pray unto Jehovah — after my giving the purchase-book unto Baruch son of Neriah — saying,
Now after I had delivered the deed of the purchase to Baruch the son of Neriah, I prayed to the LORD, saying,
Now when I had delivered the evidence of the purchase to Baruch the son of Neriah, I prayed to the LORD, saying,
And after I had delivered the deed of purchase to Baruch the son of Neri, I prayed to the Lord, saying:
After I had given the papers/papyri to Baruch, I prayed to Yahweh, saying this:
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Study Notes — Jeremiah 32:16
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- Gill's Exposition on Jeremiah 32:16
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Jeremiah 32:16
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Jeremiah 32:16
- Trapp's Commentary on Jeremiah 32:16
- Ellicott's Commentary on Jeremiah 32:16
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Jeremiah 32:16
- Cambridge Bible on Jeremiah 32:16
- Whedon's Commentary on Jeremiah 32:16
- Sermons on Jeremiah 32:16
Context — Jeremiah Prays for Understanding
16After I had given the deed of purchase to Baruch son of Neriah, I prayed to the LORD:
17“Oh, Lord GOD! You have made the heavens and the earth by Your great power and outstretched arm. Nothing is too difficult for You! 18You show loving devotion to thousands but lay the iniquity of the fathers into the laps of their children after them, O great and mighty God whose name is the LORD of Hosts,Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Jeremiah 12:1 | Righteous are You, O LORD, when I plead before You. Yet about Your judgments I wish to contend with You: Why does the way of the wicked prosper? Why do all the faithless live at ease? |
| 2 | Genesis 32:9–12 | Then Jacob declared, “O God of my father Abraham, God of my father Isaac, the LORD who told me, ‘Go back to your country and to your kindred, and I will make you prosper,’ I am unworthy of all the kindness and faithfulness You have shown Your servant. Indeed, with only my staff I came across the Jordan, but now I have become two camps. Please deliver me from the hand of my brother Esau, for I am afraid that he may come and attack me and the mothers and children with me. But You have said, ‘I will surely make you prosper, and I will make your offspring like the sand of the sea, too numerous to count.’” |
| 3 | Philippians 4:6–7 | Be anxious for nothing, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. |
| 4 | Ezekiel 36:35–37 | Then they will say, ‘This land that was desolate has become like the garden of Eden. The cities that were once ruined, desolate, and destroyed are now fortified and inhabited.’ Then the nations around you that remain will know that I, the LORD, have rebuilt what was destroyed, and I have replanted what was desolate. I, the LORD, have spoken, and I will do it. This is what the Lord GOD says: Once again I will hear the plea of the house of Israel and do for them this: I will multiply their people like a flock. |
| 5 | 2 Samuel 7:18–25 | Then King David went in, sat before the LORD, and said, “Who am I, O Lord GOD, and what is my house, that You have brought me this far? And as if this was a small thing in Your eyes, O Lord GOD, You have also spoken about the future of the house of Your servant. Is this Your custom with man, O Lord GOD? What more can David say to You? For You know Your servant, O Lord GOD. For the sake of Your word and according to Your own heart, You have accomplished this great thing and revealed it to Your servant. How great You are, O Lord GOD! For there is none like You, and there is no God but You, according to everything we have heard with our own ears. And who is like Your people Israel—the one nation on earth whom God went out to redeem as a people for Himself and to make a name for Himself? You performed great and awesome wonders by driving out nations and their gods from before Your people, whom You redeemed for Yourself from Egypt. For You have established Your people Israel as Your very own forever, and You, O LORD, have become their God. And now, O LORD God, confirm forever the word You have spoken concerning Your servant and his house. Do as You have promised, |
Jeremiah 32:16 Summary
In Jeremiah 32:16, Jeremiah gives the deed of purchase to Baruch and then prays to the Lord, showing his trust in God's plan. This verse teaches us that we can trust God, even when things seem uncertain, and that we should seek Him in prayer, just like Jeremiah did. As it says in Psalm 37:5, we can 'commit our way to the Lord, trust also in Him, and He will do it.' By following Jeremiah's example, we can deepen our faith and trust in God's goodness and sovereignty, as seen in Jeremiah 32:17-18, where Jeremiah acknowledges God's power and loving devotion.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Jeremiah give the deed of purchase to Baruch son of Neriah?
Jeremiah gave the deed to Baruch as a witness and to preserve the record of the transaction, as instructed by the Lord in Jeremiah 32:14, to demonstrate his faith in the Lord's promise that houses, fields, and vineyards would again be bought in the land, as stated in Jeremiah 32:15.
What was Jeremiah's attitude after giving the deed to Baruch?
After giving the deed to Baruch, Jeremiah prayed to the Lord, indicating his dependence on and trust in God, as seen in his subsequent prayer in Jeremiah 32:17-18, where he acknowledges God's power and sovereignty.
How does this verse relate to Jeremiah's faith?
This verse shows Jeremiah's faith in action, as he obeys the Lord's instructions and then seeks God in prayer, demonstrating his trust in the Lord's plans and promises, similar to the faith exhibited by Abraham in Romans 4:20-21 when he trusted God's promise regarding his son Isaac.
What can we learn from Jeremiah's example in this verse?
We can learn the importance of obeying God's instructions and seeking Him in prayer, even when we do not fully understand the circumstances, as Jeremiah did, and as encouraged in Psalm 119:105, where the psalmist seeks guidance from God's word.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can demonstrate my faith in God's promises, like Jeremiah did in this verse?
- How can I cultivate a deeper trust in God's sovereignty, especially in uncertain circumstances?
- What are some areas in my life where I need to seek God in prayer, like Jeremiah did after giving the deed to Baruch?
- How can I balance obedience to God's instructions with seeking His guidance and wisdom in prayer?
Gill's Exposition on Jeremiah 32:16
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Jeremiah 32:16
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Jeremiah 32:16
Trapp's Commentary on Jeremiah 32:16
Ellicott's Commentary on Jeremiah 32:16
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Jeremiah 32:16
Cambridge Bible on Jeremiah 32:16
Whedon's Commentary on Jeremiah 32:16
Sermons on Jeremiah 32:16
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The Redemptive Judgements of God by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the concept of the redemptive judgments of God. He references Jeremiah 32 and highlights the story of Jeremiah buying a piece of land while h |
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Jeremiah 32:16 by Chuck Smith | Chuck Smith discusses Jeremiah's obedience to God's seemingly absurd command to buy a field while Jerusalem is under siege. Despite his doubts, Jeremiah turns to God in prayer, ack |
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The Justice of God by Michael Durham | In this sermon, the preacher acknowledges his limited understanding of God and his desire to have a clearer vision of Him. He emphasizes the importance of prayer and seeking God's |
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Book of Zephaniah by Bob Phillips | In this sermon, the speaker describes the state of Jerusalem and its people, who are in a state of despair and humiliation. The gates of the city are destroyed, the nobles are unab |
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Of the Justice or Righteousness of God. by John Gill | John Gill expounds on the justice and righteousness of God, emphasizing that these attributes are essential and inherent to His nature. He argues that God's righteousness is acknow |
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How Long Is This Valley? by Richard E. Bieber | Richard E. Bieber preaches about the journey from receiving a vision from God to seeing that vision become a reality in our lives, emphasizing the necessity of passing through vall |
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Jeremiah 12:1 by Chuck Smith | Chuck Smith addresses the profound questions of faith in his sermon 'BUT, WHY GOD?' using Jeremiah 12:1 as a foundation. He explores Jeremiah's struggle with God's justice, emphasi |






