Jeremiah 35:9
Jeremiah 35:9 in Multiple Translations
Nor have we built houses in which to live, and we have not owned any vineyards or fields or crops.
Nor to build houses for us to dwell in: neither have we vineyard, nor field, nor seed:
nor to build houses for us to dwell in; neither have we vineyard, nor field, nor seed:
Building no houses for ourselves, having no vine-gardens or fields or seed:
We haven't built houses to live in, and we haven't had any vineyards or fields or grown any crops.
Neither builde wee houses for vs to dwell in, neither haue we vineyard, nor fielde, nor seede,
nor to build houses for our dwelling; and vineyard, and field, and seed, we have none;
and not to build houses for ourselves to dwell in. We have no vineyard, field, or seed;
Nor to build houses for us to dwell in: neither have we vineyard, nor field, nor seed:
Nor to build houses to dwell in, nor to have vineyard, or field, or seed:
We have not built houses or planted vineyards or other crops or worked in fields.
Berean Amplified Bible — Jeremiah 35:9
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Jeremiah 35:9 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וּ/לְ/בִלְתִּ֛י
בְּנ֥וֹת
בָּתִּ֖ים
לְ/שִׁבְתֵּ֑/נוּ
וְ/כֶ֧רֶם
וְ/שָׂדֶ֛ה
וָ/זֶ֖רַע
לֹ֥א
יִֽהְיֶה
לָּֽ/נוּ
וּ/לְ/בִלְתִּ֛י
biltîy
H1115
lest
Conj | Prep | Prep
בְּנ֥וֹת
bânâh
H1129
to build
V-Qal-Inf-a
בָּתִּ֖ים
bayith
H1004
place
N-mp
לְ/שִׁבְתֵּ֑/נוּ
yâshab
H3427
to dwell
Prep | V-Qal-Inf-a | Suff
וְ/כֶ֧רֶם
kerem
H3754
vineyard
Conj | N-cs
וְ/שָׂדֶ֛ה
sâdeh
H7704
field
Conj | N-ms
וָ/זֶ֖רַע
zeraʻ
H2233
seed
Conj | N-ms
לֹ֥א
lôʼ
H3808
not
Part
יִֽהְיֶה
hâyâh
H1961
to be
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
לָּֽ/נוּ
Prep | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Jeremiah 35:9
וּ/לְ/בִלְתִּ֛י
biltîy
H1115
"lest"
Conj | Prep | Prep
This Hebrew word means not or except, and is often used with a prepositional prefix. It appears in various forms, such as not, except, or unless, and is used in many biblical passages.
Definition: subst 1) not, except adv 2) not 3) except (after preceding negation) conj 4) except (after an implied or expressed negation) with prep 5) so as not, in order not 6) an account of not, because...not 7) until not
Usage: Occurs in 107 OT verses. KJV: because un(satiable), beside, but, [phrase] continual, except, from, lest, neither, no more, none, not, nothing, save, that no, without. See also: Genesis 3:11; 2 Kings 12:9; Isaiah 10:4.
בְּנ֥וֹת
bânâh
H1129
"to build"
V-Qal-Inf-a
The Hebrew word bânâh means to build something, like a house or a family. It can also mean to establish or repair something, and is used in various contexts throughout the Bible.
Definition: 1) to build, rebuild, establish, cause to continue 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to build, rebuild 1a2) to build a house (ie, establish a family) 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be built 1b2) to be rebuilt 1b3) established (of restored exiles) (fig.) 1b4) established (made permanent) 1b5) to be built up (of childless wife becoming the mother of a family through the children of a concubine) Aramaic equivalent: be.nah (בְּנָה "to build" H1124)
Usage: Occurs in 345 OT verses. KJV: (begin to) build(-er), obtain children, make, repair, set (up), [idiom] surely. See also: Genesis 2:22; 1 Kings 8:48; 2 Chronicles 20:8.
בָּתִּ֖ים
bayith
H1004
"place"
N-mp
The Hebrew word for house refers to a dwelling place, including a family home, temple, or even the human body. It appears in various contexts, such as the temple in Jerusalem or the household of a family. In the Bible, it is often used to describe a place of worship or a family's living space.
Definition: nm place, origin, between
Usage: Occurs in 1712 OT verses. KJV: court, daughter, door, [phrase] dungeon, family, [phrase] forth of, [idiom] great as would contain, hangings, home(born), (winter) house(-hold), inside(-ward), palace, place, [phrase] prison, [phrase] steward, [phrase] tablet, temple, web, [phrase] within(-out). See also: Genesis 6:14; Exodus 8:5; Numbers 1:45.
לְ/שִׁבְתֵּ֑/נוּ
yâshab
H3427
"to dwell"
Prep | V-Qal-Inf-a | Suff
This verb means to sit or dwell, and can also mean to remain or abide. It's used in the Bible to describe people living in a place or staying with someone, like in the book of Genesis.
Definition: 1) to dwell, remain, sit, abide 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to sit, sit down 1a2) to be set 1a3) to remain, stay 1a4) to dwell, have one's abode 1b) (Niphal) to be inhabited 1c) (Piel) to set, place 1d) (Hiphil) 1d1) to cause to sit 1d2) to cause to abide, set 1d3) to cause to dwell 1d4) to cause (cities) to be inhabited 1d5) to marry (give an dwelling to) 1e) (Hophal) 1e1) to be inhabited 1e2) to make to dwell Aramaic equivalent: ye.tiv (יְתִב "to dwell" H3488)
Usage: Occurs in 977 OT verses. KJV: (make to) abide(-ing), continue, (cause to, make to) dwell(-ing), ease self, endure, establish, [idiom] fail, habitation, haunt, (make to) inhabit(-ant), make to keep (house), lurking, [idiom] marry(-ing), (bring again to) place, remain, return, seat, set(-tle), (down-) sit(-down, still, -ting down, -ting (place) -uate), take, tarry. See also: Genesis 4:16; Leviticus 25:18; Joshua 13:6.
וְ/כֶ֧רֶם
kerem
H3754
"vineyard"
Conj | N-cs
A vineyard, or kerem, was a garden or plot of land used for growing vines and other crops. In the Bible, vineyards were often used as a symbol of prosperity and abundance, as seen in the book of Isaiah and the parables of Jesus.
Definition: vineyard
Usage: Occurs in 81 OT verses. KJV: vines, (increase of the) vineyard(-s), vintage. See also H1021 (בֵּית הַכֶּרֶם). See also: Genesis 9:20; Nehemiah 5:11; Psalms 107:37.
וְ/שָׂדֶ֛ה
sâdeh
H7704
"field"
Conj | N-ms
A field or land is what this word represents, often referring to a flat area of land used for cultivation or as a habitat for wild animals, as described in the book of Genesis. It can also mean a plain or a country, as opposed to a mountain or sea. This term is used in the story of Ruth and Boaz.
Definition: 1) field, land 1a) cultivated field 1b) of home of wild beasts 1c) plain (opposed to mountain) 1d) land (opposed to sea)
Usage: Occurs in 309 OT verses. KJV: country, field, ground, land, soil, [idiom] wild. See also: Genesis 2:5; Deuteronomy 28:38; Nehemiah 12:29.
וָ/זֶ֖רַע
zeraʻ
H2233
"seed"
Conj | N-ms
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means seed or offspring, like in Genesis where God promises Abraham many descendants. It can also mean a plant or sowing time, as in Isaiah 55:10. This concept is central to God's plan for humanity.
Definition: : seed/sowing 1) seed, sowing, offspring 1a) a sowing 1b) seed 1c) semen virile 1d) offspring, descendants, posterity, children 1e) of moral quality 1e1) a practitioner of righteousness (fig.) 1f) sowing time (by meton)
Usage: Occurs in 205 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] carnally, child, fruitful, seed(-time), sowing-time. See also: Genesis 1:11; 1 Samuel 1:11; Psalms 18:51.
לֹ֥א
lôʼ
H3808
"not"
Part
The Hebrew word for not or no is used to indicate absence or negation, as when God says no to the Israelites' requests, or when they disobey His commands.
Definition: 1) not, no 1a) not (with verb-absolute prohibition) 1b) not (with modifier-negation) 1c) nothing (subst) 1d) without (with particle) 1e) before (of time) Aramaic equivalent: la (לָא "not" H3809)
Usage: Occurs in 3967 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] before, [phrase] or else, ere, [phrase] except, ig(-norant), much, less, nay, neither, never, no((-ne), -r, (-thing)), ([idiom] as though...,(can-), for) not (out of), of nought, otherwise, out of, [phrase] surely, [phrase] as truly as, [phrase] of a truth, [phrase] verily, for want, [phrase] whether, without. See also: Genesis 2:5; Genesis 31:15; Exodus 4:9.
יִֽהְיֶה
hâyâh
H1961
"to be"
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
The Hebrew word for to be means to exist or come into being. It is used to describe something that happens or comes to pass, like in Genesis where God creates the world.
Definition: 1) to be, become, come to pass, exist, happen, fall out 1a) (Qal) 1a1) --- 1a1a) to happen, fall out, occur, take place, come about, come to pass 1a1b) to come about, come to pass 1a2) to come into being, become 1a2a) to arise, appear, come 1a2b) to become 1a2b1) to become 1a2b2) to become like 1a2b3) to be instituted, be established 1a3) to be 1a3a) to exist, be in existence 1a3b) to abide, remain, continue (with word of place or time) 1a3c) to stand, lie, be in, be at, be situated (with word of locality) 1a3d) to accompany, be with 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to occur, come to pass, be done, be brought about 1b2) to be done, be finished, be gone
Usage: Occurs in 3131 OT verses. KJV: beacon, [idiom] altogether, be(-come), accomplished, committed, like), break, cause, come (to pass), do, faint, fall, [phrase] follow, happen, [idiom] have, last, pertain, quit (one-) self, require, [idiom] use. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 17:4; Genesis 36:11.
לָּֽ/נוּ
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Prep | Suff
Study Notes — Jeremiah 35:9
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Context — The Obedience of the Rechabites
7Nor are you ever to build a house or sow seed or plant a vineyard. Those things are not for you. Instead, you must live in tents all your lives, so that you may live a long time in the land where you wander.’
8And we have obeyed the voice of our forefather Jonadab son of Rechab in all he commanded us. So we have not drunk wine all our lives—neither we nor our wives nor our sons and daughters.
9Nor have we built houses in which to live, and we have not owned any vineyards or fields or crops.
10But we have lived in tents and have obeyed and done exactly as our forefather Jonadab commanded us. 11So when Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon marched into the land, we said: ‘Come, let us go into Jerusalem to escape the armies of the Chaldeans and the Arameans.’ So we have remained in Jerusalem.”Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | 1 Timothy 6:6 | Of course, godliness with contentment is great gain. |
| 2 | Jeremiah 35:7 | Nor are you ever to build a house or sow seed or plant a vineyard. Those things are not for you. Instead, you must live in tents all your lives, so that you may live a long time in the land where you wander.’ |
| 3 | Psalms 37:16 | Better is the little of the righteous than the abundance of many who are wicked. |
| 4 | 2 Kings 5:26 | But Elisha questioned him, “Did not my spirit go with you when the man got down from his chariot to meet you? Is this the time to accept money and clothing, olive groves and vineyards, sheep and oxen, menservants and maidservants? |
| 5 | Numbers 16:14 | Moreover, you have not brought us into a land flowing with milk and honey or given us an inheritance of fields and vineyards. Will you gouge out the eyes of these men? No, we will not come!” |
Jeremiah 35:9 Summary
[This verse, Jeremiah 35:9, shows how the Rechabites obeyed their leader Jonadab by not building houses or owning land, and instead lived in tents, trusting in God's provision. They prioritized their spiritual heritage and relationship with God over material comfort and security, just like Abraham did in Genesis 12:8. By doing so, they demonstrated their faith and trust in God's daily care, as taught in Matthew 6:25-34. This example encourages us to re-evaluate our own priorities and trust in God's provision for our lives.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the Rechabites not building houses or owning vineyards?
The Rechabites' obedience to their forefather Jonadab's commands, as seen in Jeremiah 35:9, demonstrates their commitment to a nomadic lifestyle, trusting in God's provision and guidance, much like the Israelites during their wilderness journey, as described in Exodus 13:18 and Numbers 33:1-49.
How does this verse relate to the concept of obedience to authority?
The Rechabites' obedience to Jonadab's commands, as mentioned in Jeremiah 35:8-9, illustrates the importance of submitting to authority, whether it be a parent, leader, or God Himself, as taught in Ephesians 6:1-3 and Colossians 3:20.
What can we learn from the Rechabites' decision to live in tents?
The Rechabites' choice to live in tents, as stated in Jeremiah 35:9-10, shows their willingness to prioritize their spiritual heritage and relationship with God over material comfort and security, echoing the example of Abraham's faith in Genesis 12:8 and Hebrews 11:9-10.
How does this verse demonstrate the Rechabites' trust in God's provision?
By not building houses or owning vineyards, the Rechabites demonstrated their trust in God's daily provision, much like the Israelites who received manna in the wilderness, as described in Exodus 16:4 and Matthew 6:25-34.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can demonstrate obedience to God's commands in my own life, even if it means giving up certain comforts or securities?
- How can I prioritize my relationship with God over material possessions or worldly desires?
- What are some areas in my life where I can trust in God's daily provision, rather than relying on my own strength or resources?
- In what ways can I follow the example of the Rechabites in living a simple, nomadic lifestyle, focused on spiritual pursuits rather than earthly possessions?
Gill's Exposition on Jeremiah 35:9
Nor build houses for us to dwell in,.... This explains that part of the charge more fully, which respects building of houses; which did not restrain them from building houses for others, if any of
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Jeremiah 35:9
Thus have we obeyed the voice of Jonadab the son of Rechab our father in all that he hath charged us, to drink no wine all our days, we, our wives, our sons, nor our daughters; No JFB commentary on these verses.
Trapp's Commentary on Jeremiah 35:9
Jeremiah 35:9 Nor to build houses for us to dwell in: neither have we vineyard, nor field, nor seed:Ver. 9. Nor to build houses, &c.] Jonadab, being a prudent and withal a mortified man, might foresee that the Israelites, being so wicked a people, could not long continue. He knew also that wine was oft an occasion of drunkenness, trading in the world, of earthly mindedness; fair houses, of loathness to leave the world. Haec sunt quae nos invitos faciunt mori, as that emperor once said of stately buildings. He, therefore, for a quiet life, and for their souls’ health, forbade them the use of these lawful things, and they accordingly forbare them.
Whedon's Commentary on Jeremiah 35:9
THE HISTORY OF THE A OF THAT OF ISRAEL, Jeremiah 35:1-11.
Sermons on Jeremiah 35:9
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Christ a Stranger (1984 Conference) by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher highlights the lack of time people have for prayer and Bible study due to their busy lives and distractions. He emphasizes the importance of prioritizi |
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Faith to Fulfill All of God's Will by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of doing more and giving more in order to have God's presence in our lives. He uses the example of Zacchaeus, who went above a |
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Covetousness, the Sin of Our Time by Stephen Jones | In this sermon, Dr. Stephen Jones addresses the sin of covetousness, which he believes is prevalent in our society. He emphasizes the importance of contentment and godliness, stati |
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God Honours Those Who Honour Him by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of living a life that reflects the character of God. He encourages the audience to look at Jesus as an example in various area |
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No Root, No Fruit by Bill McLeod | In this sermon, the speaker focuses on Luke chapter 13 and discusses a parable told by Jesus about a fruitless tree in a vineyard. The speaker interprets this parable as a represen |
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Serve the Lord by Vance Havner | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the importance of standing firm in the truth and not being easily swayed by the trends and temptations of the times. He references historical |
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Battling the Unbelief of Covetousness by John Piper | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of contentment and warns against the desire for wealth. He highlights that the love of money is the root of all evils and can |