Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version If they are prophets and have the word of the LORD, let them plead with the LORD Almighty that the articles remaining in the house of the LORD and in the palace of the king of Judah and in Jerusalem not be taken to Babylon. New Living Translation If they really are prophets and speak the LORD’s messages, let them pray to the LORD of Heaven’s Armies. Let them pray that the articles remaining in the LORD’s Temple and in the king’s palace and in the palaces of Jerusalem will not be carried away to Babylon!’ English Standard Version If they are prophets, and if the word of the LORD is with them, then let them intercede with the LORD of hosts, that the vessels that are left in the house of the LORD, in the house of the king of Judah, and in Jerusalem may not go to Babylon. Berean Standard Bible If they are indeed prophets and the word of the LORD is with them, let them now plead with the LORD of Hosts that the articles remaining in the house of the LORD, in the palace of the king of Judah, and in Jerusalem, not be taken to Babylon. Berean Literal Bible And if they are prophets, and if the word of YHWH is with them, let them intercede now with YHWH of Hosts that the vessels remaining in the house of YHWH and in the house of the king of Judah in Jerusalem not go to Babylon. King James Bible But if they be prophets, and if the word of the LORD be with them, let them now make intercession to the LORD of hosts, that the vessels which are left in the house of the LORD, and in the house of the king of Judah, and at Jerusalem, go not to Babylon. New King James Version But if they are prophets, and if the word of the LORD is with them, let them now make intercession to the LORD of hosts, that the vessels which are left in the house of the LORD, in the house of the king of Judah, and at Jerusalem, do not go to Babylon.’ New American Standard Bible But if they are prophets, and if the word of the LORD is with them, have them now plead with the LORD of armies that the vessels which are left in the house of the LORD and the house of the king of Judah and in Jerusalem do not go to Babylon. NASB 1995 “But if they are prophets, and if the word of the LORD is with them, let them now entreat the LORD of hosts that the vessels which are left in the house of the LORD, in the house of the king of Judah and in Jerusalem may not go to Babylon. NASB 1977 “But if they are prophets, and if the word of the LORD is with them, let them now entreat the LORD of hosts, that the vessels which are left in the house of the LORD, in the house of the king of Judah, and in Jerusalem, may not go to Babylon. Legacy Standard Bible But if they are prophets, and if the word of Yahweh is with them, let them now intercede with Yahweh of hosts that the vessels which are left in the house of Yahweh, in the house of the king of Judah, and in Jerusalem may not go to Babylon. Amplified Bible But if they are [true] prophets, and if the word of the LORD is [really spoken] by them, let them now entreat the LORD of hosts that the articles which are [still] left in the house of the LORD, in the house of the king of Judah and in Jerusalem may not go to Babylon. Berean Annotated Bible If they are indeed prophets and the word of the LORD {YHWH} is with them, let them now plead with the LORD of Hosts that the articles remaining in the house of the LORD, in the palace of the king of Judah (praised), and in Jerusalem (city of peace), not be taken to Babylon (confusion by mixing). Christian Standard Bible If they are indeed prophets and if the word of the LORD is with them, let them intercede with the LORD of Armies not to let the articles that remain in the LORD’s temple, in the palace of the king of Judah, and in Jerusalem go to Babylon.’ Holman Christian Standard Bible If they are indeed prophets and if the word of the LORD is with them, let them intercede with the LORD of Hosts not to let the articles that remain in the LORD’s temple, in the palace of the king of Judah, and in Jerusalem go to Babylon.’ American Standard Version But if they be prophets, and if the word of Jehovah be with them, let them now make intercession to Jehovah of hosts, that the vessels which are left in the house of Jehovah, and in the house of the king of Judah, and at Jerusalem, go not to Babylon. Contemporary English Version If I really had spoken to those prophets, they would know what I am going to do. Then they would be begging me not to let everything else be taken from the temple and the king's palace and the rest of Jerusalem. English Revised Version But if they be prophets, and if the word of the LORD be with them, let them now make intercession to the LORD of hosts, that the vessels which are left in the house of the LORD, and in the house of the king of Judah, and at Jerusalem, go not to Babylon. GOD'S WORD® Translation If they are prophets and the LORD is speaking to them, they should beg the LORD of Armies not to allow the utensils that are left in the LORD's temple, in the royal palace of Judah, and in Jerusalem to be taken away to Babylon. Good News Translation If they are really prophets and if they have my message, let them ask me, the LORD Almighty, not to allow the treasures that remain in the Temple and in the royal palace to be taken to Babylonia." ( International Standard Version If they're prophets, and if they have a message from the LORD, let them plead with the LORD of the Heavenly Armies so that the utensils that remain in the LORD's Temple, in the house of the king of Judah, and in Jerusalem might not be taken to Babylon. NET Bible I also told them, "If they are really prophets and the LORD is speaking to them, let them pray earnestly to the LORD who rules over all. Let them plead with him not to let the valuable articles that are still left in the LORD's temple, in the royal palace, and in Jerusalem be taken away to Babylon. New Heart English Bible But if they be prophets, and if the word of the LORD be with them, let them now make intercession to the LORD, that the vessels which are left in the house of the LORD, and in the house of the king of Judah, and at Jerusalem, do not go to Babylon. Webster's Bible Translation But if they are prophets, and if the word of the LORD is with them, let them now make intercession to the LORD of hosts, that the vessels which are left in the house of the LORD, and in the house of the king of Judah, and at Jerusalem, go not to Babylon. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleIf they are indeed prophets and the word of the LORD is with them, let them now plead with the LORD of Hosts that the articles remaining in the house of the LORD, in the palace of the king of Judah, and in Jerusalem, not be taken to Babylon. World English Bible But if they are prophets, and if Yahweh’s word is with them, let them now make intercession to Yahweh of Armies, that the vessels which are left in Yahweh’s house, in the house of the king of Judah, and at Jerusalem, don’t go to Babylon. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd if they are prophets, and if a word of YHWH is with them, let them now intercede with YHWH of Hosts, so that the vessels that are left in the house of YHWH, and [in] the house of the king of Judah, and in Jerusalem, have not gone into Babylon. Berean Literal Bible And if they are prophets, and if the word of YHWH is with them, let them intercede now with YHWH of Hosts that the vessels remaining in the house of YHWH and in the house of the king of Judah in Jerusalem not go to Babylon. Young's Literal Translation And, if they be prophets, and if a word of Jehovah be with them, let them intercede, I pray you, with Jehovah of Hosts, so that the vessels that are left in the house of Jehovah, and in the house of the king of Judah, and in Jerusalem, have not gone into Babylon. Smith's Literal Translation And if they be prophets, and if the word of Jehovah be with them, they shall now supplicate to Jehovah of armies for the vessels being left in the house of Jehovah, and the house of the king of Judah, in Jerusalem, not to go into Babel. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleBut if they be prophets, and the word of the Lord be in them: let them interpose themselves before the Lord of hosts, that the vessels which were left in the house of the Lord, and in the house of the king of Juda, and in Jerusalem, may not go to Babylon. Catholic Public Domain Version But if they are prophets, and if the word of the Lord is in them, then let them intercede before the Lord of hosts, so that the vessels that were left behind in the house of the Lord, and in the house of the king of Judah, and in Jerusalem, may not go to Babylon. New American Bible If they were prophets, if the word of the LORD were with them, then they would intercede with the LORD of hosts, that the vessels remaining in the house of the LORD and in the house of the king of Judah and in Jerusalem should not also go to Babylon. New Revised Standard Version If indeed they are prophets, and if the word of the LORD is with them, then let them intercede with the LORD of hosts, that the vessels left in the house of the LORD, in the house of the king of Judah, and in Jerusalem may not go to Babylon. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleBut if they are prophets and the word of the LORD is with them, then let them beseech the LORD of hosts that the vessels which are left in the house of the LORD and in the house of the king of Judah and in Jerusalem be not taken to Babylon. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And if they are Prophets and the word of LORD JEHOVAH is in them, they would beg of LORD JEHOVAH of Hosts that the implements that were left in his house of LORD JEHOVAH and in the house of the King of Judea and in Jerusalem will not go to Babel OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917But if they be prophets, and if the word of the LORD be with them, let them now make intercession to the LORD of hosts, that the vessels which are left in the house of the LORD, and in the house of the king of Judah, and at Jerusalem, go not to Babylon. Brenton Septuagint Translation If they are prophets, and if the word of the Lord is in them, let them meet me, for thus has the Lord said. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Yoke of Nebuchadnezzar…17Do not listen to them. Serve the king of Babylon and live! Why should this city become a ruin? 18If they are indeed prophets and the word of the LORD is with them, let them now plead with the LORD of Hosts that the articles remaining in the house of the LORD, in the palace of the king of Judah, and in Jerusalem, not be taken to Babylon. 19For this is what the LORD of Hosts says about the pillars, the sea, the bases, and the rest of the articles that remain in this city,… Cross References If they are indeed prophets Deuteronomy 18:21-22 You may ask in your heart, “How can we recognize a message that the LORD has not spoken?” / When a prophet speaks in the name of the LORD and the message does not come to pass or come true, that is a message the LORD has not spoken. The prophet has spoken presumptuously. Do not be afraid of him. Jeremiah 28:9 As for the prophet who prophesies peace, only if the word of the prophet comes true will the prophet be recognized as one the LORD has truly sent.” 1 Kings 22:28 But Micaiah replied, “If you ever return safely, the LORD has not spoken through me.” Then he added, “Take heed, all you people!” and the word of the LORD is with them, 1 Samuel 3:19 And Samuel grew, and the LORD was with him, and He let none of Samuel’s words fall to the ground. 2 Samuel 23:2 The Spirit of the LORD spoke through me; His word was on my tongue. Amos 3:7 Surely the Lord GOD does nothing without revealing His plan to His servants the prophets. let them now plead with the LORD of Hosts 2 Kings 19:15-19 And Hezekiah prayed before the LORD: “O LORD, God of Israel, enthroned between the cherubim, You alone are God over all the kingdoms of the earth. You made the heavens and the earth. / Incline Your ear, O LORD, and hear; open Your eyes, O LORD, and see. Listen to the words that Sennacherib has sent to defy the living God. / Truly, O LORD, the kings of Assyria have laid waste these nations and their lands. … Exodus 32:11-14 But Moses sought the favor of the LORD his God, saying, “O LORD, why does Your anger burn against Your people, whom You brought out of the land of Egypt with great power and a mighty hand? / Why should the Egyptians declare, ‘He brought them out with evil intent, to kill them in the mountains and wipe them from the face of the earth’? Turn from Your fierce anger and relent from doing harm to Your people. / Remember Your servants Abraham, Isaac, and Israel, to whom You swore by Your very self when You declared, ‘I will make your descendants as numerous as the stars in the sky, and I will give your descendants all this land that I have promised, and it shall be their inheritance forever.’” … 1 Samuel 7:8-9 and said to Samuel, “Do not stop crying out to the LORD our God for us, that He may save us from the hand of the Philistines.” / Then Samuel took a suckling lamb and offered it as a whole burnt offering to the LORD. He cried out to the LORD on behalf of Israel, and the LORD answered him. that the articles remaining in the house of the LORD, 2 Kings 25:13-17 Moreover, the Chaldeans broke up the bronze pillars and stands and the bronze Sea in the house of the LORD, and they carried the bronze to Babylon. / They also took away the pots, shovels, wick trimmers, dishes, and all the articles of bronze used in the temple service. / The captain of the guard also took away the censers and sprinkling bowls—anything made of pure gold or fine silver. … 2 Chronicles 36:7 Nebuchadnezzar also took to Babylon some of the articles from the house of the LORD, and he put them in his temple in Babylon. Jeremiah 28:3 Within two years I will restore to this place all the articles of the house of the LORD that Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon removed from here and carried to Babylon. in the palace of the king of Judah, 2 Kings 20:17-18 The time will surely come when everything in your palace and all that your fathers have stored up until this day will be carried off to Babylon. Nothing will be left, says the LORD. / And some of your descendants, your own flesh and blood, will be taken away to be eunuchs in the palace of the king of Babylon.” Isaiah 39:6-7 The time will surely come when everything in your palace and all that your fathers have stored up until this day will be carried off to Babylon. Nothing will be left, says the LORD. / And some of your descendants, your own flesh and blood, will be taken away to be eunuchs in the palace of the king of Babylon.” 2 Kings 24:13 As the LORD had declared, Nebuchadnezzar also carried off all the treasures from the house of the LORD and the royal palace, and he cut into pieces all the gold articles that Solomon king of Israel had made in the temple of the LORD. and in Jerusalem, 2 Kings 25:9-11 He burned down the house of the LORD, the royal palace, and all the houses of Jerusalem—every significant building. / And the whole army of the Chaldeans under the captain of the guard broke down the walls around Jerusalem. / 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. Treasury of Scripture But if they be prophets, and if the word of the LORD be with them, let them now make intercession to the LORD of hosts, that the vessels which are left in the house of the LORD, and in the house of the king of Judah, and at Jerusalem, go not to Babylon. they. 1 Kings 18:24,26 And call ye on the name of your gods, and I will call on the name of the LORD: and the God that answereth by fire, let him be God. And all the people answered and said, It is well spoken… let them. Jeremiah 7:16 Therefore pray not thou for this people, neither lift up cry nor prayer for them, neither make intercession to me: for I will not hear thee. Jeremiah 15:1 Then said the LORD unto me, Though Moses and Samuel stood before me, yet my mind could not be toward this people: cast them out of my sight, and let them go forth. Jeremiah 18:20 Shall evil be recompensed for good? for they have digged a pit for my soul. Remember that I stood before thee to speak good for them, and to turn away thy wrath from them. Jump to Previous Almighty Armies Babylon Entreat Furnishings Hosts House Intercede Intercession Jerusalem Judah Palace Plead Prophets Remaining Vessels WordJump to Next Almighty Armies Babylon Entreat Furnishings Hosts House Intercede Intercession Jerusalem Judah Palace Plead Prophets Remaining Vessels WordJeremiah 27 1. By the type of bonds and yokes he prophesies the subduing of the neighbor kings8. He exhorts them to yield, and not to believe the false prophets. 12. The like he does to Zedekiah. 19. He foretells the remnant of the vessels shall be carried to Babylon, If they are indeed prophets This phrase challenges the authenticity of the prophets in question. In the biblical context, true prophets were those who spoke the words given by God, often confirmed by the fulfillment of their prophecies (Deuteronomy 18:21-22). Jeremiah contrasts himself with false prophets who were misleading the people with messages of peace and security when destruction was imminent. and the word of the LORD is with them let them now plead with the LORD of Hosts that the articles remaining in the house of the LORD in the palace of the king of Judah and in Jerusalem not be taken to Babylon 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. Prophets Refers to those who claimed to speak on behalf of God during Jeremiah's time, some of whom were false prophets. 3. The LORD of Hosts A title for God emphasizing His sovereignty and command over the heavenly armies. 4. The House of the LORD The temple in Jerusalem, central to Jewish worship and the presence of God. 5. Babylon A powerful empire that conquered Judah and took many of its people and treasures into exile. Teaching Points Discernment of True ProphetsBelievers must seek discernment to identify true messages from God, distinguishing them from false teachings. The Power of Intercessory Prayer Jeremiah challenges the prophets to plead with God, highlighting the importance and power of intercessory prayer in seeking God's intervention. The Sovereignty of God The title "LORD of Hosts" reminds us of God's ultimate authority and control over all events, encouraging trust in His plans. The Importance of Genuine Worship The temple's significance underscores the need for sincere worship and reverence for God's presence in our lives. Preparation for Trials Just as Jeremiah warned of impending exile, believers are called to prepare spiritually for trials, trusting in God's faithfulness. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Jeremiah 27:18?2. How does Jeremiah 27:18 emphasize the importance of true prophecy and prayer? 3. What role does prayer play in discerning God's will in Jeremiah 27:18? 4. How can we identify false prophets today, as warned in Jeremiah 27:18? 5. How does Jeremiah 27:18 connect with New Testament teachings on false prophets? 6. How can we apply Jeremiah 27:18 to strengthen our prayer life and faith? 7. What does Jeremiah 27:18 reveal about the role of true prophets versus false prophets? 8. How does Jeremiah 27:18 challenge the authenticity of prophetic messages today? 9. Why does Jeremiah 27:18 emphasize prayer for the survival of temple vessels? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Jeremiah 27? 11. How do we address the discrepancy between Jeremiah 27's portrayal of divine judgment on nations and archaeological findings that may not support widespread destruction or subjugation? 12. In Jeremiah 28:1-4, how can Hananiah's prophecy of a short Babylonian captivity be trusted given the historical evidence of a much longer exile? 13. Jeremiah 4:27: Why does God declare total devastation yet say He won't 'make a full end,' and isn't this contradictory? 14. Who were the believers in the Old Testament? What Does Jeremiah 27:18 Mean If they are indeed prophetsJeremiah challenges the men claiming to speak for God. Genuine prophets stand proven by fulfilled words and holy lives (Deuteronomy 18:20-22; 1 Kings 22:13-28). By opening with an “if,” Jeremiah exposes the possibility that these voices are counterfeit, comforting the nation with lies (Jeremiah 23:16-17). His test invites listeners to weigh leaders carefully rather than accept every spiritual claim at face value (1 John 4:1). and the word of the LORD is with them A true prophet does not invent messages; he carries the very word of God (Jeremiah 1:9; 5:13; 1 Samuel 3:19). If these men really possess that word, their authority will match their intimacy with the Lord. Jeremiah implies that their prior predictions—“the exiles and temple vessels will come home soon” (Jeremiah 27:16)—lack divine backing. let them now plead with the LORD of Hosts Authentic prophets intercede. Moses, Samuel, and Elijah all stood in the gap (Exodus 32:31-32; 1 Samuel 12:23; James 5:17-18). “LORD of Hosts” highlights God’s unmatched rule over angelic armies; plea-making recognizes both His sovereignty and His mercy (Genesis 18:22-33; Amos 7:2). Jeremiah dares the would-be prophets: if they truly know God, let them pray for tangible preservation, not empty optimism. that the articles remaining in the house of the LORD Nebuchadnezzar has already carried off many sacred vessels (2 Kings 24:13). Only a fraction remain (Jeremiah 52:17-19). These objects symbolize covenant worship; their loss would dim Israel’s witness. A real prophetic task, therefore, is to seek God’s protection over what is left rather than promise quick reversal. in the palace of the king of Judah The royal treasury, once filled with Solomon’s splendor, now stands under threat (2 Chronicles 36:18). Jeremiah lumps kingly property with temple vessels, showing that judgment will touch both sacred and civil realms. Intercession must cover the whole community hierarchy, not just religious artifacts. and in Jerusalem The fragile peace within the city hangs by a thread (Jeremiah 38:17-23). False confidence has blinded leaders to imminent siege. If prophets love Jerusalem, they will cry out for her safety as David did (Psalm 122:6), acknowledging that only God can spare the city from total ruin (Lamentations 1:1). not be taken to Babylon Babylon looms as God’s chosen instrument of discipline (Jeremiah 25:11; Isaiah 39:6). Jeremiah does not deny exile; he had already predicted seventy years away (Jeremiah 29:10). Yet he invites genuine prophets to pray that God temper the blow, preserving a remnant of worship tools and royal wealth—a vivid way to test whether their prayers move heaven or their words merely tickle ears (Daniel 1:1-2). summary Jeremiah 27:18 turns the spotlight on spiritual integrity. If leaders truly hear from God, their first instinct should be intercession, not soothing rhetoric. Genuine prophecy aligns with God’s revealed plans, pleads for mercy within judgment, and seeks the preservation of whatever still honors His name. (18) But if they be prophets . . .--The rivals of Jeremiah had, as has been said, staked their credit upon the return of the vessels that had already been taken. He stakes his On the prediction that what had been spared in the first invasion should be taken on the second. They had better use their gift of the Spirit, if they had any, in interceding for their preservation.Verse 18. - But if they be prophets, etc. The "false prophets," so Jeremiah declares, have neglected one of the principal functions of a prophet, viz. intercessory prayer (comp. on Jeremiah 7:16). Seeing that a part of the sacred vessels had been carried to Babylon, ell true prophets ought to intercede with Jehovah that those still left might be spared. The end was that the remaining vessels were carried off on the capture of Jerusalem (2 Kings 25:13).Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Ifוְאִם־ (wə·’im-) Conjunctive waw | Conjunction Strong's 518: Lo!, whether?, if, although, Oh that!, when, not they הֵ֔ם (hêm) Pronoun - third person masculine plural Strong's 1992: They are indeed prophets נְבִאִ֣ים (nə·ḇi·’îm) Noun - masculine plural Strong's 5030: A spokesman, speaker, prophet and וְאִם־ (wə·’im-) Conjunctive waw | Conjunction Strong's 518: Lo!, whether?, if, although, Oh that!, when, not the word דְּבַר־ (də·ḇar-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 1697: A word, a matter, thing, a cause of the LORD יְהוָ֖ה (Yah·weh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel is יֵ֥שׁ (yêš) Adverb Strong's 3426: Being, substance, existence, is with them, אִתָּ֑ם (’it·tām) Preposition | third person masculine plural Strong's 854: Nearness, near, with, by, at, among let them now נָא֙ (nā) Interjection Strong's 4994: I pray', 'now', 'then' plead with יִפְגְּעוּ־ (yip̄·gə·‘ū-) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine plural Strong's 6293: To impinge, by accident, violence, by importunity the LORD בַּֽיהוָ֣ה (Yah·weh) Preposition-b | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel of Hosts צְבָא֔וֹת (ṣə·ḇā·’ō·wṯ) Noun - common plural Strong's 6635: A mass of persons, reg, organized for, war, a campaign that the articles הַכֵּלִ֣ים ׀ (hak·kê·lîm) Article | Noun - masculine plural Strong's 3627: Something prepared, any apparatus remaining הַנּוֹתָרִ֣ים (han·nō·w·ṯā·rîm) Article | Verb - Nifal - Participle - masculine plural Strong's 3498: To jut over, exceed, to excel, to remain, be left, to leave, cause to abound, preserve in the house בְּבֵית־ (bə·ḇêṯ-) Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 1004: A house of the LORD, יְהוָ֗ה (Yah·weh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel in the palace וּבֵ֨ית (ū·ḇêṯ) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 1004: A house of the king מֶ֧לֶךְ (me·leḵ) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 4428: A king of Judah, יְהוּדָ֛ה (yə·hū·ḏāh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3063: Judah -- 'praised', a son of Jacob, also the southern kingdom, also four Israelites and in Jerusalem, וּבִירוּשָׁלִַ֖ם (ū·ḇî·rū·šā·lim) Conjunctive waw, Preposition-b | Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 3389: Jerusalem -- probably 'foundation of peace', capital city of all Israel not לְבִלְתִּי־ (lə·ḇil·tî-) Preposition-l Strong's 1115: A failure of, not, except, without, unless, besides, because not, until be taken בֹ֜אוּ (ḇō·’ū) Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine plural Strong's 935: To come in, come, go in, go to Babylon. בָּבֶֽלָה׃ (bā·ḇe·lāh) Noun - proper - feminine singular | third person feminine singular Strong's 894: Babylon -- an eastern Mediterranean empire and its capital city Links Jeremiah 27:18 NIVJeremiah 27:18 NLT Jeremiah 27:18 ESV Jeremiah 27:18 NASB Jeremiah 27:18 KJV Jeremiah 27:18 BibleApps.com Jeremiah 27:18 Biblia Paralela Jeremiah 27:18 Chinese Bible Jeremiah 27:18 French Bible Jeremiah 27:18 Catholic Bible OT Prophets: Jeremiah 27:18 But if they be prophets and if (Jer.) |
    |