Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version We have obeyed everything our forefather Jehonadab son of Rekab commanded us. Neither we nor our wives nor our sons and daughters have ever drunk wine New Living Translation So we have obeyed him in all these things. We have never had a drink of wine to this day, nor have our wives, our sons, or our daughters. English Standard Version We have obeyed the voice of Jonadab the son of Rechab, our father, in all that he commanded us, to drink no wine all our days, ourselves, our wives, our sons, or our daughters, Berean Standard Bible And 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. King James Bible 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; New King James Version Thus we have obeyed the voice of Jonadab the son of Rechab, our father, in all that he charged us, to drink no wine all our days, we, our wives, our sons, or our daughters, New American Standard Bible And we have obeyed the voice of Jonadab the son of Rechab, our father, in all that he commanded us, not to drink wine all our days, we, our wives, our sons, or our daughters, NASB 1995 “We have obeyed the voice of Jonadab the son of Rechab, our father, in all that he commanded us, not to drink wine all our days, we, our wives, our sons or our daughters, NASB 1977 “And we have obeyed the voice of Jonadab the son of Rechab, our father, in all that he commanded us, not to drink wine all our days, we, our wives, our sons, or our daughters, Legacy Standard Bible So we have listened to the voice of Jonadab the son of Rechab, our father, in all that he commanded us, not to drink wine all our days, we, our wives, our sons, or our daughters, Amplified Bible We have obeyed the words of Jonadab the son of Rechab, our father, in all that he commanded us, in all our days we have never drunk wine, nor have our wives, our sons, or our daughters, Christian Standard Bible We have obeyed Jonadab, son of our ancestor Rechab, in all he commanded us. So we haven’t drunk wine our whole life—we, our wives, our sons, and our daughters. Holman Christian Standard Bible We have obeyed the voice of Jonadab, son of our ancestor Rechab, in all he commanded us. So we haven’t drunk wine our whole life—we, our wives, our sons, and our daughters. American Standard Version And we have obeyed the voice of Jonadab the son of Rechab, our father, in all that he charged us, to drink no wine all our days, we, our wives, our sons, or our daughters; English Revised Version And we have obeyed the voice of Jonadab the son of Rechab our father in all that he charged us, to drink no wine all our days, we, our wives, our sons, nor our daughters; GOD'S WORD® Translation We, along with our wives, sons, and daughters, have obeyed our ancestor Jonadab, Rechab's son, in everything he ordered us to do. We have never drunk wine, Good News Translation We have obeyed all the instructions that Jonadab gave us. We ourselves never drink wine, and neither do our wives, our sons, or our daughters. International Standard Version We have obeyed everything that our ancestor, Rechab's son Jonadab, commanded us. So we, our wives, our sons, and our daughters have drunk no wine all our lives, NET Bible We and our wives and our sons and daughters have obeyed everything our ancestor Jonadab commanded us. We have never drunk wine. New Heart English Bible We have obeyed the voice of Jonadab the son of Rechab, our father, in all that he commanded us, to drink no wine all our days, we, our wives, our sons, or our daughters; Webster's Bible Translation 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; Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleAnd 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. World English Bible We have obeyed the voice of Jonadab the son of Rechab, our father, in all that he commanded us, to drink no wine all our days, we, our wives, our sons, or our daughters; Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd we listen to the voice of Jonadab son of Rechab, our father, to all that he commanded us, not to drink wine all our days, we, our wives, our sons, and our daughters; Young's Literal Translation 'And we hearken to the voice of Jonadab son of Rechab, our father, to all that he commanded us, not to drink wine all our days, we, our wives, our sons, and our daughters; Smith's Literal Translation And we will hear to the voice of Jonadab son of Rechab our father, for all which he commanded us, not to drink wine all our days, we, our wives, our sons, and our daughters; Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleTherefore we have obeyed the voice of Jonadab the son of Rechab, our father, in all things that he commanded us: so as to drink no wine all our days: neither we, nor our wives, nor our sons, nor our daughters: Catholic Public Domain Version Therefore, we have obeyed the voice of Jonadab, the son of Rechab, our father, in all that he has commanded us, so that we do not drink wine all our days, we and our wives, our sons and daughters. New American Bible We have obeyed Jonadab, Rechab’s son, our father, in everything that he commanded us: not drinking wine as long as we live—neither we nor our wives nor our sons nor our daughters; New Revised Standard Version We have obeyed the charge of our ancestor Jonadab son of Rechab in all that he commanded us, to drink no wine all our days, ourselves, our wives, our sons, or our daughters, Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleThus we have obeyed the command of Jonadab the son of Rechab our father in all that he has charged us, to drink no wine all our days, neither we nor our wives nor our sons nor our daughters; Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And we listen to the commandment of Yonadab, son of Rekab, our father, everything that he commanded us, that we shall not drink wine all of our days, not we, neither our wives, neither our sons, neither our daughters OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And we have hearkened to the voice of Jonadab the son of Rechab our father in all that he charged us, to drink no wine all our days, we, our wives, our sons, nor our daughters; Brenton Septuagint Translation And we hearkened to the voice of Jonadab our father, so as to drink no wine all our days, we, and our wives, and our sons, and our daughters; Additional Translations ... Audio Bible 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.… Cross References Exodus 20:12 Honor your father and mother, so that your days may be long in the land that the LORD your God is giving you. Ephesians 6:1-3 Children, obey your parents in the Lord, for this is right. / “Honor your father and mother” (which is the first commandment with a promise), / “that it may go well with you and that you may have a long life on the earth.” Colossians 3:20 Children, obey your parents in everything, for this is pleasing to the Lord. Proverbs 1:8 Listen, my son, to your father’s instruction, and do not forsake the teaching of your mother. Proverbs 6:20 My son, keep your father’s commandment, and do not forsake your mother’s teaching. Deuteronomy 5:16 Honor your father and your mother, as the LORD your God has commanded you, so that your days may be long and that it may go well with you in the land that the LORD your God is giving you. Leviticus 19:3 Each of you must respect his mother and father, and you must keep My Sabbaths. I am the LORD your God. Matthew 15:4 For God said, ‘Honor your father and mother’ and ‘Anyone who curses his father or mother must be put to death.’ Mark 7:10 For Moses said, ‘Honor your father and your mother’ and ‘Anyone who curses his father or mother must be put to death.’ Luke 18:20 You know the commandments: ‘Do not commit adultery, do not murder, do not steal, do not bear false witness, honor your father and mother.’” 1 Samuel 15:22 But Samuel declared: “Does the LORD delight in burnt offerings and sacrifices as much as in obedience to His voice? Behold, obedience is better than sacrifice, and attentiveness is better than the fat of rams. 2 Kings 10:15-16 When he left there, he found Jehonadab son of Rechab, who was coming to meet him. Jehu greeted him and asked, “Is your heart as true to mine as my heart is to yours?” “It is!” Jehonadab replied. “If it is,” said Jehu, “give me your hand.” So he gave him his hand, and Jehu helped him into his chariot, / saying, “Come with me and see my zeal for the LORD!” So he had him ride in his chariot. 2 Kings 23:3 So the king stood by the pillar and made a covenant before the LORD to follow the LORD and to keep His commandments, decrees, and statutes with all his heart and all his soul, and to carry out the words of the covenant that were written in this book. And all the people entered into the covenant. 2 Chronicles 34:31 So the king stood by the pillar and made a covenant before the LORD to follow the LORD and to keep His commandments, decrees, and statutes with all his heart and all his soul, and to carry out the words of the covenant that were written in this book. Romans 13:1-2 Everyone must submit himself to the governing authorities, for there is no authority except that which is from God. The authorities that exist have been appointed by God. / Consequently, whoever resists authority is opposing what God has set in place, and those who do so will bring judgment on themselves. Treasury of Scripture Thus have we obeyed the voice of Jonadab the son of Rechab our father in all that he has charged us, to drink no wine all our days, we, our wives, our sons, nor our daughters; Proverbs 1:8,9 My son, hear the instruction of thy father, and forsake not the law of thy mother: … Proverbs 4:1,2,10 Hear, ye children, the instruction of a father, and attend to know understanding… Proverbs 6:20 My son, keep thy father's commandment, and forsake not the law of thy mother: Jump to Previous Charged Commanded Daughters Drink Hearkened Jonadab Obeyed Rechab Voice Wine WivesJump to Next Charged Commanded Daughters Drink Hearkened Jonadab Obeyed Rechab Voice Wine WivesJeremiah 35 1. By the obedience of the Rechabites,12. Jeremiah condemns the disobedience of the Jews. 18. God blesses the Rechabites for their obedience. And we have obeyed the voice of our forefather Jonadab son of Rechab in all he commanded us. The Rechabites were a nomadic group descended from Jonadab, who was a contemporary of Jehu, king of Israel (2 Kings 10:15-23). Jonadab's commands to his descendants were rooted in a desire to maintain a distinct identity and avoid the corrupting influences of settled life and idolatry. This obedience reflects a strong commitment to ancestral traditions, emphasizing the importance of honoring one's heritage and the wisdom of forebears. The Rechabites' adherence to Jonadab's commands serves as a contrast to the disobedience of Judah and Israel to God's commands, highlighting the theme of faithfulness. So we have not drunk wine all our lives— neither we nor our wives nor our sons and daughters. Persons / Places / Events 1. JeremiahA major prophet in the Old Testament, known for his messages of warning and hope to the people of Judah. 2. Jonadab son of Rechab The forefather of the Rechabites, who commanded his descendants to live a life of abstinence from wine and to dwell in tents. 3. Rechabites A nomadic clan in Israel known for their strict adherence to the commands of their ancestor Jonadab. 4. Judah The southern kingdom of Israel during the time of Jeremiah, often warned by prophets for their disobedience to God. 5. The Temple in Jerusalem The setting where Jeremiah brings the Rechabites to test their obedience to their ancestor's commands. Teaching Points Obedience to Godly HeritageThe Rechabites' faithfulness to Jonadab's commands serves as a model for honoring and upholding godly traditions and teachings passed down through generations. Counter-Cultural Living Like the Rechabites, Christians are called to live distinctively, often in ways that contrast with societal norms, reflecting their commitment to God's commands. Faithfulness in Small Things The Rechabites' obedience in seemingly minor matters, such as abstaining from wine, underscores the importance of faithfulness in all areas of life. The Power of Legacy Jonadab's influence on his descendants highlights the lasting impact one person's faithfulness can have on future generations. Testing and Proving Faith Just as Jeremiah tested the Rechabites, believers may face situations that test their commitment to God's commands, providing opportunities to demonstrate their faith. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Jeremiah 35:8?2. How does Jeremiah 35:8 demonstrate obedience to ancestral commands in our lives today? 3. What lessons can we learn from the Rechabites' obedience in Jeremiah 35:8? 4. How does Jeremiah 35:8 connect with Ephesians 6:1 about honoring parental guidance? 5. In what ways can we apply the Rechabites' loyalty to God's commands? 6. How does Jeremiah 35:8 challenge us to uphold family traditions aligned with Scripture? 7. What does Jeremiah 35:8 reveal about obedience to God versus cultural norms? 8. How does Jeremiah 35:8 challenge modern views on authority and tradition? 9. Why did the Rechabites obey their ancestor's command in Jeremiah 35:8? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Jeremiah 35? 11. Jeremiah 35:6 - Is it plausible that a family lineage strictly abstained from wine in a culture where wine was central to various religious observances? 12. Jeremiah 35:2 - How can this account be historically verified if no clear archaeological evidence of the Rechabites has been uncovered? 13. Jeremiah 35:19 - Does the promise of perpetual blessings for the Rechabites conflict with other scriptures that suggest Israel's covenants can be broken? 14. Who were the Rechabites in the Bible? What Does Jeremiah 35:8 Mean We have obeyedJeremiah records the Rechabites saying, “We have obeyed.” Their statement underscores the simple, yet profound, call to obedience that runs through all of Scripture. • 1 Samuel 15:22 reminds us that “to obey is better than sacrifice.” • Jesus likewise taught, “If you love Me, you will keep My commandments” (John 14:15). The Rechabites’ immediate context shows them standing in the temple courts (Jeremiah 35:2-5) yet refusing wine, proving that genuine obedience remains steadfast even under pressure. The voice of our forefather Jonadab son of Rechab Jonadab lived during Jehu’s reform (2 Kings 10:15-23). Centuries later, his descendants still listened to “the voice” of their ancestor. Scripture repeatedly links blessing to honoring godly parental instruction—“Honor your father and mother” (Exodus 20:12; Ephesians 6:2-3). By citing Jonadab’s voice, the Rechabites model respect for righteous heritage without exalting human tradition above God’s word (cf. Colossians 2:8). Their fidelity shows how a patriarch’s example can shape generations. In all he commanded us The phrase “in all” stresses comprehensive obedience, not selective compliance. Deuteronomy 28:1 promises favor when Israel “carefully follow all His commandments.” James 2:10 notes that neglect of even one point constitutes disobedience. The Rechabites demonstrate wholehearted submission—an attitude God desired from Judah but rarely received (Jeremiah 35:14). Their consistency stands in stark contrast to Judah’s partial, inconsistent devotion. So we have not drunk wine all our lives Abstaining from wine was Jonadab’s specific directive (Jeremiah 35:6-7), akin to—but distinct from—the Nazirite vow (Numbers 6:2-4). Their lifelong temperance illustrated: • Separation from surrounding Canaanite culture. • Reliance on God rather than earthly comforts (Proverbs 20:1; Ephesians 5:18). • A testimony of self-discipline (Galatians 5:23). Their act was not condemnation of wine itself (Psalm 104:15) but a practical, visible pledge of holiness. Neither we nor our wives nor our sons and daughters The obedience extended to the entire household, echoing Joshua’s resolve: “As for me and my house, we will serve the LORD” (Joshua 24:15). God commends parental transmission of faith: “I have chosen Abraham… to command his children” (Genesis 18:19). The Rechabites’ corporate commitment illustrates: • Unified family piety (Psalm 128:3-4). • Generational faithfulness (Deuteronomy 6:6-7). • The possibility of household salvation (Acts 16:31-34) when leaders model obedience. summary Jeremiah 35:8 portrays the Rechabites as an object lesson of unwavering, comprehensive, and generational obedience. Listening to their forefather’s righteous voice, they abstained from wine—demonstrating self-denial, cultural separation, and family unity. God highlights their fidelity to expose Judah’s disobedience and to remind every reader that true devotion embraces all of God’s commands, passes faith to the next generation, and persists even under pressure. Hebrew We have obeyedוַנִּשְׁמַ֗ע (wan·niš·ma‘) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - first person common plural Strong's 8085: To hear intelligently the voice בְּק֨וֹל (bə·qō·wl) Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 6963: A voice, sound of our forefather אָבִ֔ינוּ (’ā·ḇî·nū) Noun - masculine singular construct | first person common plural Strong's 1: Father Jonadab יְהוֹנָדָ֤ב (yə·hō·w·nā·ḏāḇ) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3082: Jonadab -- 'the LORD is noble', a Rechabite, also a nephew of David son בֶּן־ (ben-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 1121: A son of Rechab רֵכָב֙ (rê·ḵāḇ) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 7394: Rechab -- perhaps 'band of riders', a Benjamite, also the head of a nomadic family in all לְכֹ֖ל (lə·ḵōl) Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every he commanded us. צִוָּ֑נוּ (ṣiw·wā·nū) Verb - Piel - Perfect - third person masculine singular | first person common plural Strong's 6680: To lay charge (upon), give charge (to), command, order So we have not לְבִלְתִּ֤י (lə·ḇil·tî) Preposition-l Strong's 1115: A failure of, not, except, without, unless, besides, because not, until drunk שְׁתֽוֹת־ (šə·ṯō·wṯ-) Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct Strong's 8354: To imbibe wine יַ֙יִן֙ (ya·yin) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 3196: Wine, intoxication all כָּל־ (kāl-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every our lives— יָמֵ֔ינוּ (yā·mê·nū) Noun - masculine plural construct | first person common plural Strong's 3117: A day neither we אֲנַ֣חְנוּ (’ă·naḥ·nū) Pronoun - first person common plural Strong's 587: We [nor] our wives נָשֵׁ֔ינוּ (nā·šê·nū) Noun - feminine plural construct | first person common plural Strong's 802: Woman, wife, female [nor] sons בָּנֵ֖ינוּ (bā·nê·nū) Noun - masculine plural construct | first person common plural Strong's 1121: A son [nor] daughters. וּבְנֹתֵֽינוּ׃ (ū·ḇə·nō·ṯê·nū) Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine plural construct | first person common plural Strong's 1323: A daughter Links Jeremiah 35:8 NIVJeremiah 35:8 NLT Jeremiah 35:8 ESV Jeremiah 35:8 NASB Jeremiah 35:8 KJV Jeremiah 35:8 BibleApps.com Jeremiah 35:8 Biblia Paralela Jeremiah 35:8 Chinese Bible Jeremiah 35:8 French Bible Jeremiah 35:8 Catholic Bible OT Prophets: Jeremiah 35:8 We have obeyed the voice of Jonadab (Jer.) |
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