Jeremiah 32:26
New International Version
Then the word of the LORD came to Jeremiah:

New Living Translation
Then this message came to Jeremiah from the LORD:

English Standard Version
The word of the LORD came to Jeremiah:

Berean Standard Bible
Then the word of the LORD came to Jeremiah:

King James Bible
Then came the word of the LORD unto Jeremiah, saying,

New King James Version
Then the word of the LORD came to Jeremiah, saying,

New American Standard Bible
Then the word of the LORD came to Jeremiah, saying,

NASB 1995
Then the word of the LORD came to Jeremiah, saying,

NASB 1977
Then the word of the LORD came to Jeremiah, saying,

Legacy Standard Bible
Then the word of Yahweh came to Jeremiah, saying,

Amplified Bible
Then came the word of the LORD to Jeremiah, saying,

Christian Standard Bible
The word of the LORD came to Jeremiah:

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Then the word of the LORD came to Jeremiah:

American Standard Version
Then came the word of Jehovah unto Jeremiah, saying,

Contemporary English Version
The LORD explained:

English Revised Version
Then came the word of the LORD unto Jeremiah, saying,

GOD'S WORD® Translation
The LORD spoke his word to Jeremiah. He said,

Good News Translation
Then the LORD said to me,

International Standard Version
Then this message from the LORD came to Jeremiah:

Majority Standard Bible
Then the word of the LORD came to Jeremiah:

NET Bible
The LORD answered Jeremiah.

New Heart English Bible
Then came the word of the LORD to Jeremiah, saying,

Webster's Bible Translation
Then came the word of the LORD to Jeremiah, saying,

World English Bible
Then Yahweh’s word came to Jeremiah, saying,
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And the word of YHWH is to Jeremiah, saying,

Young's Literal Translation
And the word of Jehovah is unto Jeremiah, saying:

Smith's Literal Translation
And the word of Jehovah will be to Jeremiah, saying,
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And the word of the Lord came to Jeremias, saying:

Catholic Public Domain Version
And the word of the Lord came to Jeremiah, saying:

New American Bible
Then this word of the LORD came to Jeremiah:

New Revised Standard Version
The word of the LORD came to Jeremiah:
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Then came the word of the LORD to Jeremiah, saying,

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And the word of LORD JEHOVAH was on Jeremiah saying:
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
Then came the word of the LORD unto Jeremiah, saying:

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And the word of the Lord came to me, saying,

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Context
The LORD's Answer
26Then the word of the LORD came to Jeremiah: 27“Behold, I am the LORD, the God of all flesh. Is anything too difficult for Me?…

Cross References
Genesis 18:14
Is anything too difficult for the LORD? At the appointed time I will return to you—in about a year—and Sarah will have a son.”

Luke 1:37
For no word from God will ever fail.”

Matthew 19:26
Jesus looked at them and said, “With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible.”

Job 42:2
“I know that You can do all things and that no plan of Yours can be thwarted.

Isaiah 46:10
I declare the end from the beginning, and from ancient times what is still to come. I say, ‘My purpose will stand, and all My good pleasure I will accomplish.’

Ephesians 3:20
Now to Him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to His power that is at work within us,

Numbers 11:23
The LORD answered Moses, “Is the LORD’s arm too short? Now you will see whether or not My word will come to pass.”

Mark 10:27
Jesus looked at them and said, “With man this is impossible, but not with God. For all things are possible with God.”

Isaiah 55:11
so My word that proceeds from My mouth will not return to Me empty, but it will accomplish what I please, and it will prosper where I send it.

Romans 4:21
being fully persuaded that God was able to do what He had promised.

Psalm 115:3
Our God is in heaven; He does as He pleases.

Daniel 4:35
All the peoples of the earth are counted as nothing, and He does as He pleases with the army of heaven and the peoples of the earth. There is no one who can restrain His hand or say to Him, ‘What have You done?’”

Zechariah 8:6
This is what the LORD of Hosts says: “If this is impossible in the eyes of the remnant of this people in these days, should it also be impossible in My eyes?” declares the LORD of Hosts.

2 Kings 19:25
Have you not heard? Long ago I ordained it; in days of old I planned it. Now I have brought it to pass, that you should crush fortified cities into piles of rubble.

Acts 26:8
Why would any of you consider it incredible that God raises the dead?


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Jeremiah 32
1. Jeremiah, being imprisoned by Zedekiah for his prophecy,
6. buys Hanameel's field.
13. Baruch must preserve the evidences, as tokens of the people's return.
16. Jeremiah in his prayer complains to God.
26. God confirms the captivity for their sins;
36. and promises a gracious return.














Then the word of the LORD came to Jeremiah:
*Biblical Context:* This phrase indicates a direct communication from God to the prophet Jeremiah. Throughout the book of Jeremiah, this phrase is used to introduce divine revelations or instructions given to the prophet. It underscores the role of Jeremiah as a true prophet who receives and conveys God's messages to the people of Judah.

*Historical and Cultural Context:* Jeremiah was a prophet during a tumultuous period in Judah's history, around the late 7th and early 6th centuries BC. This was a time when the kingdom of Judah was under threat from the Babylonian Empire. The phrase signifies the importance of divine guidance during times of national crisis and uncertainty.

*Connections to Other Scripture:* Similar phrases are found throughout the Old Testament, particularly in the prophetic books (e.g., Isaiah, Ezekiel, Hosea), indicating a common pattern of divine communication. This emphasizes the consistency of God's interaction with His chosen messengers.

*Prophecy:* The phrase introduces a prophetic message, often containing elements of warning, judgment, or hope. In the context of Jeremiah 32, it precedes a message of assurance about God's power and the future restoration of Israel, despite the impending Babylonian captivity.

*Types of Jesus Christ:* While this specific phrase does not directly typify Christ, the role of Jeremiah as a prophet who speaks God's word can be seen as a foreshadowing of Jesus, who is the ultimate Word of God (John 1:1) and the fulfillment of the prophetic tradition.
Persons / Places / Events
1. Jeremiah
A major prophet in the Old Testament, known for his prophecies concerning the destruction of Jerusalem and the subsequent exile of the Israelites. He is often called the "weeping prophet" due to his deep sorrow over the sins of his people and the coming judgment.

2. The LORD (Yahweh)
The covenant name of God in the Hebrew Bible, emphasizing His eternal existence and faithfulness to His promises. In this context, He is the one communicating with Jeremiah.

3. Jerusalem
The capital city of Judah, significant in biblical history as the center of Jewish worship and the location of the Temple. At this time, it is under threat from Babylonian forces.

4. Babylonian Siege
The historical event during which the Babylonian Empire, under King Nebuchadnezzar, besieged and eventually destroyed Jerusalem, leading to the exile of the Jewish people.

5. Prophecy
The act of conveying messages from God, often concerning future events or divine will. Jeremiah's prophecies were both warnings of judgment and promises of future restoration.
Teaching Points
God's Communication
God actively communicates with His people, often through His chosen prophets. Today, He speaks through His Word, the Bible, and the Holy Spirit.

Faithfulness in Adversity
Jeremiah's role as a prophet during a time of national crisis teaches us to remain faithful and obedient to God's calling, even when circumstances are challenging.

Divine Sovereignty
The context of this verse reminds us of God's sovereignty over nations and history. He is in control, even when situations seem dire.

Hope in God's Promises
Despite the impending judgment, God's communication with Jeremiah includes promises of restoration and hope, encouraging us to trust in His future plans.

The Power of God's Word
Just as God's word came to Jeremiah with authority and purpose, we can trust that His Word today is powerful and effective in our lives.Verses 26-44. - The Divine answer. This falls into two parts. First, Jehovah repeats the burden of so many prophecies, that Israel has only to blame himself for his punishment (vers. 26-35); and then a bright future is disclosed beyond the gloomy interval of conquest and captivity - a future when men shall buy fields, and comply with all the legal formalities, precisely as Jeremiah has done (vers. 36-44).

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Then the word
דְּבַר־ (də·ḇar-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1697: A word, a matter, thing, a cause

of the LORD
יְהוָ֔ה (Yah·weh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel

came
וַיְהִי֙ (way·hî)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 1961: To fall out, come to pass, become, be

to
אֶֽל־ (’el-)
Preposition
Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to

Jeremiah:
יִרְמְיָ֖הוּ (yir·mə·yā·hū)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3414: Jeremiah -- 'Yah loosens', the name of a number of Israelites


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