Jeremiah 39:10
New International Version
But Nebuzaradan the commander of the guard left behind in the land of Judah some of the poor people, who owned nothing; and at that time he gave them vineyards and fields.

New Living Translation
But Nebuzaradan allowed some of the poorest people to stay behind in the land of Judah, and he assigned them to care for the vineyards and fields.

English Standard Version
Nebuzaradan, the captain of the guard, left in the land of Judah some of the poor people who owned nothing, and gave them vineyards and fields at the same time.

Berean Standard Bible
But Nebuzaradan left behind in the land of Judah some of the poor people who had no property, and at that time he gave them vineyards and fields.

King James Bible
But Nebuzaradan the captain of the guard left of the poor of the people, which had nothing, in the land of Judah, and gave them vineyards and fields at the same time.

New King James Version
But Nebuzaradan the captain of the guard left in the land of Judah the poor people, who had nothing, and gave them vineyards and fields at the same time.

New American Standard Bible
But some of the poorest people, who had nothing, Nebuzaradan the captain of the bodyguard left behind in the land of Judah, and gave them vineyards and fields at that time.

NASB 1995
But some of the poorest people who had nothing, Nebuzaradan the captain of the bodyguard left behind in the land of Judah, and gave them vineyards and fields at that time.

NASB 1977
But some of the poorest people who had nothing, Nebuzaradan the captain of the bodyguard left behind in the land of Judah, and gave them vineyards and fields at that time.

Legacy Standard Bible
But some of the poorest people who had nothing, Nebuzaradan the captain of the bodyguard had them remain in the land of Judah and gave them vineyards and fields at that time.

Amplified Bible
But Nebuzaradan the [Babylonian] captain of the bodyguard left behind in the land of Judah some of the poor people who had nothing, and gave them vineyards and fields at that time.

Christian Standard Bible
However, Nebuzaradan, the captain of the guards, left in the land of Judah some of the poor people who owned nothing, and he gave them vineyards and fields at that time.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
However, Nebuzaradan, the commander of the guards, left in the land of Judah some of the poor people who owned nothing, and he gave them vineyards and fields at that time.

American Standard Version
But Nebuzaradan the captain of the guard left of the poor of the people, that had nothing, in the land of Judah, and gave them vineyards and fields at the same time.

Contemporary English Version
Only the poorest people who owned no land were left behind in Judah, and Nebuzaradan gave them fields and vineyards.

English Revised Version
But Nebuzaradan the captain of the guard left of the poor of the people, which had nothing, in the land of Judah, and gave them vineyards and fields at the same time.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
But Nebuzaradan, the captain of the guard, left some poor people who had nothing in the land of Judah. At that time he gave them vineyards and farms.

Good News Translation
He left in the land of Judah some of the poorest people, who owned no property, and he gave them vineyards and fields.

International Standard Version
Nebuzaradan the captain of the guard left in the land of Judah some of the poor people who did not have anything, and he gave them vineyards and fields on that day.

Majority Standard Bible
But Nebuzaradan left behind in the land of Judah some of the poor people who had no property, and at that time he gave them vineyards and fields.

NET Bible
But he left behind in the land of Judah some of the poor people who owned nothing. He gave them fields and vineyards at that time.

New Heart English Bible
But Nebuzaradan the captain of the guard left of the poor of the people, who had nothing, in the land of Judah, and gave them vineyards and fields at the same time.

Webster's Bible Translation
But Nebuzar-adan the captain of the guard left of the poor of the people, who had nothing, in the land of Judah, and gave them vineyards and fields at the same time.

World English Bible
But Nebuzaradan the captain of the guard left of the poor of the people, who had nothing, in the land of Judah, and gave them vineyards and fields at the same time.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And Nebuzar-Adan, chief of the executioners, has left in the land of Judah the poor people who have nothing, and he gives vineyards and fields to them in that day.

Young's Literal Translation
And of the poor people, who have nothing, hath Nebuzar-Adan, chief of the executioners, left in the land of Judah, and he giveth to them vineyards and fields on the same day.

Smith's Literal Translation
And from the weak people which to them was nothing, Nebuzaradan chief of the cooks left in the land of Judah, and he will give to them vineyards and fields in that day.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
But Nabuzardan the general left some of the poor people that had nothing at all, in the land of Juda, and he gave them vineyards, and cisterns at that time.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And Nebuzaradan, the leader of the military, released some of the poor people, those who had almost nothing, into the land of Judah. And he gave them vineyards and cisterns in that day.

New American Bible
But Nebuzaradan, captain of the bodyguard, left in the land of Judah some of the poor who had nothing and at the same time gave them vineyards and farms.

New Revised Standard Version
Nebuzaradan the captain of the guard left in the land of Judah some of the poor people who owned nothing, and gave them vineyards and fields at the same time.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
But Nebuzaradan the general of the guard left in the land of Judah some of the poor people, who had nothing, and gave them vineyards and work at the same time.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And Nebuzaradan the High Guard left some poor people who had nothing in the land of Judea, and he gave them vineyards and work in that day
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
But Nebuzaradan the captain of the guard left of the poor of the people, that had nothing, in the land of Judah, and gave them vineyards and fields in that day.

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Context
The Fall of Jerusalem
9Then Nebuzaradan captain of the guard carried away to Babylon the remnant of the people who had remained in the city, along with the deserters who had defected to him. 10But Nebuzaradan left behind in the land of Judah some of the poor people who had no property, and at that time he gave them vineyards and fields.

Cross References
2 Kings 25:12
But the captain of the guard left behind some of the poorest of the land to tend the vineyards and fields.

Jeremiah 40:7-10
When all the commanders and men of the armies in the field heard that the king of Babylon had appointed Gedaliah son of Ahikam over the land and that he had put him in charge of the men, women, and children who were the poorest of the land and had not been exiled to Babylon, / they came to Gedaliah at Mizpah—Ishmael son of Nethaniah, Johanan and Jonathan the sons of Kareah, Seraiah son of Tanhumeth, the sons of Ephai the Netophathite, and Jezaniah son of the Maacathite—they and their men. / Gedaliah son of Ahikam, the son of Shaphan, swore an oath to them and their men, assuring them, “Do not be afraid to serve the Chaldeans. Live in the land and serve the king of Babylon, and it will go well with you. ...

Jeremiah 52:16
But Nebuzaradan captain of the guard left behind some of the poorest of the land to tend the vineyards and fields.

2 Kings 24:14
He carried into exile all Jerusalem—all the commanders and mighty men of valor, all the craftsmen and metalsmiths—ten thousand captives in all. Only the poorest people of the land remained.

2 Kings 25:11
Then Nebuzaradan captain of the guard carried into exile the people who remained in the city, along with the deserters who had defected to the king of Babylon and the rest of the population.

Jeremiah 21:9
Whoever stays in this city will die by sword and famine and plague, but whoever goes out and surrenders to the Chaldeans who besiege you will live; he will retain his life like a spoil of war.

Jeremiah 38:2
“This is what the LORD says: Whoever stays in this city will die by sword and famine and plague, but whoever surrenders to the Chaldeans will live; he will retain his life like a spoil of war, and he will live.

Ezekiel 33:24
“Son of man, those living in the ruins in the land of Israel are saying, ‘Abraham was only one man, yet he possessed the land. But we are many; surely the land has been given to us as a possession.’

Isaiah 37:30
And this will be a sign to you, O Hezekiah: This year you will eat what grows on its own, and in the second year what springs from the same. But in the third year you will sow and reap; you will plant vineyards and eat their fruit.

Lamentations 5:2
Our inheritance has been turned over to strangers, our houses to foreigners.

Matthew 5:3
“Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.

Luke 6:20
Looking up at His disciples, Jesus said: “Blessed are you who are poor, for yours is the kingdom of God.

James 2:5
Listen, my beloved brothers: Has not God chosen the poor of this world to be rich in faith and to inherit the kingdom He promised those who love Him?

1 Corinthians 1:27-28
But God chose the foolish things of the world to shame the wise; God chose the weak things of the world to shame the strong. / He chose the lowly and despised things of the world, and the things that are not, to nullify the things that are,

Matthew 11:5
The blind receive sight, the lame walk, the lepers are cleansed, the deaf hear, the dead are raised, and the good news is preached to the poor.


Treasury of Scripture

But Nebuzaradan the captain of the guard left of the poor of the people, which had nothing, in the land of Judah, and gave them vineyards and fields at the same time.

left of.

Jeremiah 40:7
Now when all the captains of the forces which were in the fields, even they and their men, heard that the king of Babylon had made Gedaliah the son of Ahikam governor in the land, and had committed unto him men, and women, and children, and of the poor of the land, of them that were not carried away captive to Babylon;

2 Kings 25:12
But the captain of the guard left of the poor of the land to be vinedressers and husbandmen.

Ezekiel 33:24
Son of man, they that inhabit those wastes of the land of Israel speak, saying, Abraham was one, and he inherited the land: but we are many; the land is given us for inheritance.

at the same time.

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Jeremiah 39
1. Jerusalem is taken.
4. Zedekiah is made blind and sent to Babylon.
8. The city laid in ruins,
9. and the people captivated.
11. Nebuchadrezzar's charge for the good usage of Jeremiah.
15. God's promise to Ebed Melech.














But Nebuzaradan left behind in the land of Judah
Nebuzaradan was the captain of the guard for King Nebuchadnezzar of Babylon. His role was crucial in the final siege and destruction of Jerusalem in 586 BC. The decision to leave some people behind reflects a common practice in ancient conquests, where conquerors would leave behind a remnant to tend the land and prevent it from becoming desolate. This action also fulfilled God's prophecy that a remnant would remain in the land (Jeremiah 24:8-10).

some of the poor people who had no property
The poor people mentioned here were likely those who had not been involved in the political or military resistance against Babylon. They were considered less of a threat and thus were left to maintain the land. This aligns with the biblical theme of God’s concern for the poor and marginalized, as seen throughout the Old and New Testaments (e.g., Psalm 72:4, Matthew 5:3). The poor often symbolize those who are humble and reliant on God.

and at that time he gave them vineyards and fields
This act of giving vineyards and fields to the poor can be seen as a reversal of fortunes, where those who had nothing were suddenly given stewardship over the land. It reflects the biblical principle of God's provision and care for the needy (Psalm 113:7-8). This also serves as a type of restoration, hinting at the future hope of Israel's restoration and the coming of the Messiah, who would bring ultimate restoration and justice (Isaiah 61:1-3).

Persons / Places / Events
1. Nebuzaradan
The captain of the guard for the Babylonian king, Nebuchadnezzar. He played a significant role in the conquest of Jerusalem and the subsequent exile of its people.

2. The Poor People of Judah
These were the individuals left behind in Judah after the Babylonian conquest. They were considered insignificant by the Babylonians and thus were not taken into exile.

3. Judah
The southern kingdom of Israel, which was conquered by Babylon. Jerusalem, its capital, was destroyed during this conquest.

4. Vineyards and Fields
These represent the agricultural resources and means of sustenance that were given to the poor people left in the land.

5. Babylonian Conquest
The event where Babylon, under King Nebuchadnezzar, besieged and destroyed Jerusalem, leading to the exile of many Israelites.
Teaching Points
God's Provision for the Humble
Despite the destruction and exile, God ensured that the poor were provided for, demonstrating His care for the humble and lowly.

Divine Justice and Mercy
The allocation of land to the poor reflects God's justice and mercy, as He provides for those who were often overlooked and marginalized.

Hope in Desolation
Even in the midst of judgment and destruction, God leaves a remnant and provides hope for restoration and renewal.

Stewardship of Resources
The giving of vineyards and fields to the poor serves as a reminder of the importance of stewardship and the equitable distribution of resources.

Trust in God's Sovereignty
The events remind believers to trust in God's sovereignty, even when circumstances seem dire, knowing that He has a plan for His people.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
But Nebuzaradan
נְבוּזַרְאֲדָ֥ן (nə·ḇū·zar·’ă·ḏān)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 5018: Nebuzaradan -- 'Nebo has given seed', a Babylonian general

left behind
הִשְׁאִ֛יר (hiš·’îr)
Verb - Hifil - Perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 7604: To swell up, be, redundant

in the land
בְּאֶ֣רֶץ (bə·’e·reṣ)
Preposition-b | Noun - feminine singular construct
Strong's 776: Earth, land

of Judah
יְהוּדָ֑ה (yə·hū·ḏāh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3063: Judah -- 'praised', a son of Jacob, also the southern kingdom, also four Israelites

some of
וּמִן־ (ū·min-)
Conjunctive waw | Preposition
Strong's 4480: A part of, from, out of

the poor
הַדַּלִּ֗ים (had·dal·lîm)
Article | Adjective - masculine plural construct
Strong's 1800: Dangling, weak, thin

people,
הָעָ֣ם (hā·‘ām)
Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 5971: A people, a tribe, troops, attendants, a flock

who
אֲשֶׁ֤ר (’ă·šer)
Pronoun - relative
Strong's 834: Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that

had no property,
אֵין־ (’ên-)
Adverb
Strong's 369: A non-entity, a negative particle

and at that
הַהֽוּא׃ (ha·hū)
Article | Pronoun - third person masculine singular
Strong's 1931: He, self, the same, this, that, as, are

time
בַּיּ֥וֹם (bay·yō·wm)
Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 3117: A day

he gave
וַיִּתֵּ֥ן (way·yit·tên)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 5414: To give, put, set

them vineyards
כְּרָמִ֥ים (kə·rā·mîm)
Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 3754: A garden, vineyard

and fields.
וִֽיגֵבִ֖ים (wî·ḡê·ḇîm)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 3010: A plowed field


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