Jeremiah 32:2
Jeremiah 32:2 in Multiple Translations
At that time the army of the king of Babylon was besieging Jerusalem, and Jeremiah the prophet was imprisoned in the courtyard of the guard, which was in the palace of the king of Judah.
For then the king of Babylon’s army besieged Jerusalem: and Jeremiah the prophet was shut up in the court of the prison, which was in the king of Judah’s house.
Now at that time the king of Babylon’s army was besieging Jerusalem; and Jeremiah the prophet was shut up in the court of the guard, which was in the king of Judah’s house.
Now at that time the king of Babylon's army was round Jerusalem, shutting it in: and Jeremiah the prophet was shut up in the place of the armed watchmen, in the house of the king of Judah.
This was when the army of the king of Babylon was besieging Jerusalem. Jeremiah the prophet was imprisoned in the guard's courtyard, part of the king of Judah's palace.
For then the King of Babels hoste besieged Ierusalem: And Ieremiah the Prophet was shutte vp in the court of the prison, which was in the King of Iudahs house.
And then the forces of the king of Babylon are laying siege against Jerusalem, and Jeremiah the prophet hath been shut up in the court of the prison that [is] in the house of the king of Judah,
Now at that time the king of Babylon’s army was besieging Jerusalem. Jeremiah the prophet was shut up in the court of the guard, which was in the king of Judah’s house.
For then the king of Babylon's army besieged Jerusalem: and Jeremiah the prophet was confined in the court of the prison, which was in the king of Judah's house.
At that time the army of the king o Babylon besieged Jerusalem: and Jeremias the prophet was shut up in the court of the prison, which was in the house of the king of Juda.
His army was surrounding Jerusalem, and I was in a prison area in the courtyard where the guards of the king’s palace stayed.
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Study Notes — Jeremiah 32:2
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- Jeremiah 32:2 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Jeremiah 32:2
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Jeremiah 32:2
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Jeremiah 32:2
- Trapp's Commentary on Jeremiah 32:2
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Jeremiah 32:2
- Cambridge Bible on Jeremiah 32:2
- Barnes' Notes on Jeremiah 32:2
- Whedon's Commentary on Jeremiah 32:2
- Sermons on Jeremiah 32:2
Context — Jeremiah Buys Hanamel’s Field
2At that time the army of the king of Babylon was besieging Jerusalem, and Jeremiah the prophet was imprisoned in the courtyard of the guard, which was in the palace of the king of Judah.
3For Zedekiah king of Judah had imprisoned him, saying: “Why are you prophesying like this? You claim that the LORD says, ‘Behold, I am about to deliver this city into the hand of the king of Babylon, and he will capture it. 4Zedekiah king of Judah will not escape from the hands of the Chaldeans, but he will surely be delivered into the hand of the king of Babylon, and will speak with him face to face and see him eye to eye.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Jeremiah 37:21 | So King Zedekiah gave orders for Jeremiah to be placed in the courtyard of the guard and given a loaf of bread daily from the street of the bakers, until all the bread in the city was gone. So Jeremiah remained in the courtyard of the guard. |
| 2 | Nehemiah 3:25 | and Palal son of Uzai made repairs opposite the angle and the tower that juts out from the upper palace of the king near the courtyard of the guard. Next to him, Pedaiah son of Parosh |
| 3 | Jeremiah 33:1 | While Jeremiah was still confined in the courtyard of the guard, the word of the LORD came to him a second time: |
| 4 | Jeremiah 38:6 | So they took Jeremiah and dropped him into the cistern of Malchiah, the king’s son, which was in the courtyard of the guard. They lowered Jeremiah with ropes into the cistern, which had no water but only mud, and Jeremiah sank down into the mud. |
| 5 | Jeremiah 32:8 | Then, as the LORD had said, my cousin Hanamel came to me in the courtyard of the guard and urged me, ‘Please buy my field in Anathoth in the land of Benjamin, for you own the right of inheritance and redemption. Buy it for yourself.’” Then I knew that this was the word of the LORD. |
| 6 | Jeremiah 39:13–15 | So Nebuzaradan captain of the guard, Nebushazban the Rabsaris, Nergal-sharezer the Rabmag, and all the captains of the king of Babylon had Jeremiah brought from the courtyard of the guard, and they turned him over to Gedaliah son of Ahikam, the son of Shaphan, to take him home. So Jeremiah remained among his own people. And while Jeremiah had been confined in the courtyard of the guard, the word of the LORD had come to him: |
| 7 | Jeremiah 36:5 | Then Jeremiah commanded Baruch, “I am restricted; I cannot enter the house of the LORD; |
| 8 | Jeremiah 32:3 | For Zedekiah king of Judah had imprisoned him, saying: “Why are you prophesying like this? You claim that the LORD says, ‘Behold, I am about to deliver this city into the hand of the king of Babylon, and he will capture it. |
| 9 | Matthew 5:12 | Rejoice and be glad, because great is your reward in heaven; for in the same way they persecuted the prophets before you. |
Jeremiah 32:2 Summary
Jeremiah 32:2 tells us that the army of the king of Babylon was surrounding the city of Jerusalem, and Jeremiah the prophet was in prison, but he was still able to receive messages from God, just like the prophets in Isaiah 6:1-13 and Ezekiel 2:1-7. This shows us that even when we are in difficult or challenging situations, God is still with us and can speak to us, as seen in Psalm 139:7-12 and Matthew 28:20. We can trust in God's sovereignty and plan, even when things seem overwhelming, and remember that He is always with us, as expressed in Romans 8:28 and Psalm 23:4. By trusting in God and standing firm in our faith, we can find peace and hope, even in the midst of adversity, as seen in Jeremiah 29:11 and Philippians 4:7.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why was Jeremiah imprisoned by King Zedekiah?
Jeremiah was imprisoned because he prophesied that the LORD would deliver the city of Jerusalem into the hand of the king of Babylon, as seen in Jeremiah 32:3, which was not a message the king wanted to hear, similar to the experience of other prophets like Isaiah in Isaiah 6:1-13 and Ezekiel in Ezekiel 2:1-7.
What was the significance of the courtyard of the guard?
The courtyard of the guard was a place of confinement within the palace of the king of Judah, indicating that Jeremiah was under the king's control but still able to receive messages from the LORD, as seen in Jeremiah 32:2, and later in Jeremiah 33:1, where he receives another message from God.
How does this verse relate to the larger context of Jeremiah's prophecy?
This verse sets the stage for Jeremiah's prophecy about the future of Jerusalem and the kingdom of Judah, as the king of Babylon's army was besieging the city, and Jeremiah's message was one of surrender and faith in the face of overwhelming odds, similar to the message in Deuteronomy 4:29-31 and 2 Chronicles 7:14.
What can we learn from Jeremiah's experience in this verse?
We can learn about the importance of standing firm in our faith and proclaiming God's message, even in the face of opposition and adversity, as seen in Jeremiah 1:17-19 and 2 Timothy 4:2, and trusting in God's sovereignty and plan, as expressed in Romans 8:28 and Psalm 23:4.
Reflection Questions
- How do I respond when my faith is challenged or opposed by those around me, and what can I learn from Jeremiah's example in this verse?
- What are some ways that I can trust in God's sovereignty and plan, even when circumstances seem overwhelming, as seen in Jeremiah 32:2 and other verses like Psalm 46:1-3?
- How can I balance the need to speak truth and prophesy like Jeremiah with the need to be wise and discerning in my interactions with others, as seen in Proverbs 10:32 and 1 Corinthians 14:1-40?
- What are some ways that I can cultivate a deeper faith and trust in God, even in the midst of uncertainty and adversity, as expressed in Hebrews 11:1-40 and James 1:2-8?
- How does this verse relate to my own life and experiences, and what can I learn from Jeremiah's faith and perseverance in the face of adversity, as seen in Jeremiah 32:2 and other verses like 2 Corinthians 1:3-7?
Gill's Exposition on Jeremiah 32:2
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Jeremiah 32:2
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Jeremiah 32:2
Trapp's Commentary on Jeremiah 32:2
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Jeremiah 32:2
Cambridge Bible on Jeremiah 32:2
Barnes' Notes on Jeremiah 32:2
Whedon's Commentary on Jeremiah 32:2
Sermons on Jeremiah 32:2
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Faith as a Lifestyle by Michael L. Brown | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of coming together as a corporate body to experience the outpouring of God's presence and encouragement. They also highlight t |
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When Deliverance Looks Like Old Rotten Rags by Carter Conlon | In this sermon, the speaker shares personal experiences of witnessing God's miracles and the power of the Holy Spirit breaking down divisions in a community. The speaker encourages |
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Impressions by Charles E. Cowman | Charles E. Cowman emphasizes the importance of waiting for God's confirmation before acting on impressions or decisions. He uses the example of Jeremiah's patience in waiting for e |
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Prophecy in the New Testament by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of testing teachings and doctrines based on four criteria: Did Jesus do it? Did Jesus teach it? Did the apostles do it? Did th |
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Hopeful or Hopless by Tim Conway | This sermon emphasizes the importance of rejoicing in hope, focusing on the future glory that awaits believers in heaven. It highlights the distinction between worldly hopes and th |
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Entitled by Anton Bosch | Anton Bosch preaches about the dangerous mindset of entitlement that has infiltrated society and even the church, emphasizing how entitlement is rooted in arrogance, selfishness, a |
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Looking Down From Heaven by D.L. Moody | D.L. Moody shares a poignant moment from his sermon on heaven, where he reflects on the possibility of a mother watching over her child from above. He recounts a touching letter fr |







