Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version “This is what the LORD Almighty, the God of Israel, says: Go and tell the people of Judah and those living in Jerusalem, ‘Will you not learn a lesson and obey my words?’ declares the LORD. New Living Translation “This is what the LORD of Heaven’s Armies, the God of Israel, says: Go and say to the people in Judah and Jerusalem, ‘Come and learn a lesson about how to obey me. English Standard Version “Thus says the LORD of hosts, the God of Israel: Go and say to the people of Judah and the inhabitants of Jerusalem, Will you not receive instruction and listen to my words? declares the LORD. Berean Standard Bible “This is what the LORD of Hosts, the God of Israel, says: Go and tell the men of Judah and the residents of Jerusalem: ‘Will you not accept discipline and obey My words?’ declares the LORD. Berean Literal Bible “Thus says YHWH of Hosts, the God of Israel: ‘Go and say to the men of Judah and to those dwelling in Jerusalem, “Will you⁺ not receive instruction to obey My words,” a declaration of YHWH. King James Bible Thus saith the LORD of hosts, the God of Israel; Go and tell the men of Judah and the inhabitants of Jerusalem, Will ye not receive instruction to hearken to my words? saith the LORD. New King James Version “Thus says the LORD of hosts, the God of Israel: ‘Go and tell the men of Judah and the inhabitants of Jerusalem, “Will you not receive instruction to obey My words?” says the LORD. New American Standard Bible “This is what the LORD of armies, the God of Israel says: ‘Go and say to the people of Judah and the inhabitants of Jerusalem, “Will you not accept instruction by listening to My words?” declares the LORD. NASB 1995 “Thus says the LORD of hosts, the God of Israel, ‘Go and say to the men of Judah and the inhabitants of Jerusalem, “Will you not receive instruction by listening to My words?” declares the LORD. NASB 1977 “Thus says the LORD of hosts, the God of Israel, ‘Go and say to the men of Judah and the inhabitants of Jerusalem, “Will you not receive instruction by listening to My words?” declares the LORD. Legacy Standard Bible “Thus says Yahweh of hosts, the God of Israel, ‘Go and say to the men of Judah and the inhabitants of Jerusalem, “Will you not receive discipline by listening to My words?” declares Yahweh. Amplified Bible “Thus says the LORD of hosts, the God of Israel, ‘Go and say to the men of Judah and the inhabitants of Jerusalem, “Will you not receive instruction by listening to My words and honoring them?” says the LORD. Berean Annotated Bible “This is what the LORD {YHWH} of Hosts, the God {Elohe} of Israel (he wrestles with God), says: Go and tell the men of Judah (praised) and the residents of Jerusalem (city of peace): ‘Will you⁺ not accept discipline and obey My words? declares the LORD. Christian Standard Bible “This is what the LORD of Armies, the God of Israel, says: Go, say to the men of Judah and the residents of Jerusalem, ‘Will you not accept discipline by listening to my words?—this is the LORD’s declaration. Holman Christian Standard Bible “This is what the LORD of Hosts, the God of Israel, says: Go, say to the men of Judah and the residents of Jerusalem: Will you not accept discipline by listening to My words?"—this is the LORD’s declaration. American Standard Version Thus saith Jehovah of hosts, the God of Israel: Go, and say to the men of Judah and the inhabitants of Jerusalem, Will ye not receive instruction to hearken to my words? saith Jehovah. English Revised Version Thus saith the LORD of hosts, the God of Israel: Go, and say to the men of Judah and the inhabitants of Jerusalem, Will ye not receive instruction to hearken to my words? saith the LORD. GOD'S WORD® Translation "This is what the LORD of Armies, the God of Israel, says: Tell the people of Judah and those who live in Jerusalem, 'Won't you ever learn your lesson and obey my words? declares the LORD. International Standard Version "This is what the LORD of the Heavenly Armies, the God of Israel says: 'Go and say to the people of Judah and the inhabitants of Jerusalem, "Will you not accept correction by listening to what I say?" declares the LORD. NET Bible The LORD God of Israel who rules over all told him, "Go and speak to the people of Judah and the citizens of Jerusalem. Tell them, 'I, the LORD, say: "You must learn a lesson from this about obeying what I say! New Heart English Bible "Thus says the LORD of hosts, the God of Israel: 'Go, and tell the men of Judah and the inhabitants of Jerusalem, "Will you not receive instruction to listen to my words?" says the LORD. Webster's Bible Translation Thus saith the LORD of hosts, the God of Israel; Go and tell the men of Judah and the inhabitants of Jerusalem, Will ye not receive instruction to hearken to my words? saith the LORD. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard Bible“This is what the LORD of Hosts, the God of Israel, says: Go and tell the men of Judah and the residents of Jerusalem: ‘Will you not accept discipline and obey My words?’ declares the LORD. World English Bible “Yahweh of Armies, the God of Israel, says: ‘Go and tell the men of Judah and the inhabitants of Jerusalem, “Will you not receive instruction to listen to my words?” says Yahweh. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionGo, and you have said to the men of Judah and to the inhabitants of Jerusalem: Do you not receive instruction to listen to My words? A declaration of YHWH. Berean Literal Bible “Thus says YHWH of Hosts, the God of Israel: ‘Go and say to the men of Judah and to those dwelling in Jerusalem, “Will you⁺ not receive instruction to obey My words,” a declaration of YHWH. Young's Literal Translation 'Go, and thou hast said to the men of Judah, and to the inhabitants of Jerusalem: Do ye not receive instruction? -- to hearken unto My words -- an affirmation of Jehovah. Smith's Literal Translation Thus said Jehovah of armies, God of Israel, Go and say to the man Judah and to the inhabitants of Jerusalem, Will ye not receive instruction to hear to my word? says Jehovah. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleThus saith the Lord of hosts the God of Israel: Go, and say to the men of Juda, and to the inhabitants of Jerusalem: Will you not receive instruction, to obey my words, saith the Lord ? Catholic Public Domain Version “Thus says the Lord of hosts, the God of Israel: Go, and say to the men of Judah and to the inhabitants of Jerusalem: Will you not accept discipline, so that you obey my words, says the Lord? New American Bible Thus says the LORD of hosts, the God of Israel: Go, say to the people of Judah and to the inhabitants of Jerusalem: Will you not take correction and obey my words?—oracle of the LORD. New Revised Standard Version Thus says the LORD of hosts, the God of Israel: Go and say to the people of Judah and the inhabitants of Jerusalem, Can you not learn a lesson and obey my words? says the LORD. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleThus says the LORD of hosts, the God of Israel: Go and tell the men of Judah and the inhabitants of Jerusalem, Will you not receive instruction to hearken to my words? says the LORD. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated Thus says LORD JEHOVAH of hosts, God of Israel: “Go say to the men of Judea and to the inhabitants of Jerusalem: ‘Do you not accept instruction to hear my words, says LORD JEHOVAH? OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Thus saith the LORD of hosts, the God of Israel: Go, and say to the men of Judah and the inhabitants of Jerusalem: Will ye not receive instruction to hearken to My words? saith the LORD. Brenton Septuagint Translation Thus saith the Lord, Go, and say to the men of Juda, and to them that dwell in Jerusalem, Will ye not receive correction to hearken to my words? Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Judah Rebuked12Then the word of the LORD came to Jeremiah: 13“This is what the LORD of Hosts, the God of Israel, says: Go and tell the men of Judah and the residents of Jerusalem: ‘Will you not accept discipline and obey My words?’ declares the LORD. 14The words of Jonadab son of Rechab have been carried out. He commanded his sons not to drink wine, and they have not drunk it to this very day because they have obeyed the command of their forefather. But I have spoken to you again and again, and you have not obeyed Me!… Cross References This is what the LORD of Hosts, the God of Israel, says: Jeremiah 7:3 Thus says the LORD of Hosts, the God of Israel: Correct your ways and deeds, and I will let you live in this place. Jeremiah 19:3 saying, ‘Hear the word of the LORD, O kings of Judah and residents of Jerusalem. This is what the LORD of Hosts, the God of Israel, says: I am going to bring such disaster on this place that the ears of all who hear of it will ring, Jeremiah 25:27 “Then you are to tell them that this is what the LORD of Hosts, the God of Israel, says: ‘Drink, get drunk, and vomit. Fall down and never get up again, because of the sword I will send among you.’ Go and tell the men of Judah and the residents of Jerusalem: Jeremiah 7:2 “Stand in the gate of the house of the LORD and proclaim this message: Hear the word of the LORD, all you people of Judah who enter through these gates to worship the LORD. Jeremiah 11:6 Then the LORD said to me, “Proclaim all these words in the cities of Judah and in the streets of Jerusalem, saying: Hear the words of this covenant and carry them out. Jeremiah 26:2 “This is what the LORD says: Stand in the courtyard of the house of the LORD and speak all the words I have commanded you to speak to all the cities of Judah who come to worship there. Do not omit a word. ‘Will you not accept discipline and obey My words?’ Jeremiah 7:23 but this is what I commanded them: Obey Me, and I will be your God, and you will be My people. You must walk in all the ways I have commanded you, so that it may go well with you. Proverbs 15:32 He who ignores discipline despises himself, but whoever heeds correction gains understanding. Zechariah 7:11-12 But they refused to pay attention and turned a stubborn shoulder; they stopped up their ears from hearing. / They made their hearts like flint and would not listen to the law or to the words that the LORD of Hosts had sent by His Spirit through the earlier prophets. Therefore great anger came from the LORD of Hosts. declares the LORD. Jeremiah 1:8 Do not be afraid of them, for I am with you to deliver you,” declares the LORD. Haggai 1:13 Haggai, the messenger of the LORD, delivered the message of the LORD to the people: “I am with you,” declares the LORD. Ezekiel 5:17 I will send famine and wild beasts against you, and they will leave you childless. Plague and bloodshed will sweep through you, and I will bring a sword against you. I, the LORD, have spoken.” Jeremiah 11:4-8 which I commanded your forefathers when I brought them out of the land of Egypt, out of the iron furnace, saying, ‘Obey Me, and do everything I command you, and you will be My people, and I will be your God.’ / This was in order to establish the oath I swore to your forefathers, to give them a land flowing with milk and honey, as it is to this day.” “Amen, LORD,” I answered. / Then the LORD said to me, “Proclaim all these words in the cities of Judah and in the streets of Jerusalem, saying: Hear the words of this covenant and carry them out. … Jeremiah 25:4-5 And the LORD has sent all His servants the prophets to you again and again, but you have not listened or inclined your ear to hear. / The prophets told you, ‘Turn now, each of you, from your evil ways and deeds, and you can dwell in the land that the LORD has given to you and your fathers forever and ever. Jeremiah 26:4-6 And you are to tell them that this is what the LORD says: ‘If you do not listen to Me and walk in My law, which I have set before you, / and if you do not listen to the words of My servants the prophets, whom I have sent you again and again even though you did not listen, / then I will make this house like Shiloh, and I will make this city an object of cursing among all the nations of the earth.’” Jeremiah 32:33 They have turned their backs to Me and not their faces. Though I taught them again and again, they would not listen or respond to discipline. Treasury of Scripture Thus said the LORD of hosts, the God of Israel; Go and tell the men of Judah and the inhabitants of Jerusalem, Will you not receive instruction to listen to my words? said the LORD. Will. Jeremiah 5:3 O LORD, are not thine eyes upon the truth? thou hast stricken them, but they have not grieved; thou hast consumed them, but they have refused to receive correction: they have made their faces harder than a rock; they have refused to return. Jeremiah 6:8-10 Be thou instructed, O Jerusalem, lest my soul depart from thee; lest I make thee desolate, a land not inhabited… Jeremiah 9:12 Who is the wise man, that may understand this? and who is he to whom the mouth of the LORD hath spoken, that he may declare it, for what the land perisheth and is burned up like a wilderness, that none passeth through? Jump to Previous Affirmation Almighty Armies Declares Ear Hearken Hope Hosts Inhabitants Instruction Israel Jerusalem Judah Listening Receive Teaching WordsJump to Next Affirmation Almighty Armies Declares Ear Hearken Hope Hosts Inhabitants Instruction Israel Jerusalem Judah Listening Receive Teaching WordsJeremiah 35 1. By the obedience of the Rechabites,12. Jeremiah condemns the disobedience of the Jews. 18. God blesses the Rechabites for their obedience. This is what the LORD of Hosts, the God of Israel, says: This phrase establishes the authority and divine origin of the message. "LORD of Hosts" emphasizes God's sovereignty and command over heavenly armies, underscoring His power and authority. The title "God of Israel" reaffirms His covenant relationship with Israel, reminding them of their unique status and responsibilities as His chosen people. Go and tell the men of Judah and the residents of Jerusalem: ‘Will you not accept discipline and obey My words?’ declares the LORD. Persons / Places / Events 1. The LORD of HostsThis title emphasizes God's supreme authority and power over all heavenly and earthly armies. It underscores His ability to command and enforce His will. 2. Jeremiah The prophet chosen by God to deliver His messages to the people of Judah. Known for his perseverance in delivering difficult truths. 3. The Men of Judah The inhabitants of the southern kingdom of Israel, who were often resistant to God's commands and faced impending judgment due to their disobedience. 4. Residents of Jerusalem The people living in the capital city of Judah, a central place of worship and political power, yet also a hub of idolatry and rebellion against God. 5. The Rechabites Although not directly mentioned in this verse, they are the context of the chapter. They are a clan known for their obedience to their ancestor Jonadab's command to abstain from wine and live a nomadic lifestyle, serving as a contrast to Judah's disobedience. Teaching Points The Importance of ObedienceGod desires His people to listen and obey His words. Obedience is a sign of faith and trust in God's wisdom and authority. The Role of Discipline Discipline is not merely punitive but is intended to guide us back to the right path. It is an expression of God's love and care for His people. Learning from Examples The Rechabites serve as a positive example of obedience. We can learn from their commitment to their ancestor's commands and apply similar dedication to God's commands. Self-Examination We are called to examine our own lives and see where we might be resisting God's discipline. This introspection can lead to spiritual growth and renewed commitment. The Consequences of Disobedience Ignoring God's discipline can lead to severe consequences, as seen throughout the history of Israel and Judah. Understanding this can motivate us to remain faithful. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Jeremiah 35:13?2. How does Jeremiah 35:13 illustrate the importance of obedience to God's commands? 3. What lessons can we learn from the Rechabites' faithfulness in Jeremiah 35:13? 4. How does Jeremiah 35:13 connect to honoring parental guidance in Exodus 20:12? 5. In what ways can we apply the Rechabites' example to modern Christian living? 6. How does Jeremiah 35:13 challenge us to evaluate our own spiritual commitments? 7. What is the historical context of Jeremiah 35:13 and its significance for Israel? 8. How does Jeremiah 35:13 challenge modern obedience to God's commands? 9. What lessons about faithfulness can be drawn from Jeremiah 35:13? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Jeremiah 35? 11. Jeremiah 35:2 – How can this account be historically verified if no clear archaeological evidence of the Rechabites has been uncovered? 12. Jeremiah 35:19 - Does the promise of perpetual blessings for the Rechabites conflict with other scriptures that suggest Israel's covenants can be broken? 13. Jeremiah 32:9-15: How can the account of Jeremiah purchasing land during a siege be historically or archaeologically verified if the city was on the brink of destruction? 14. Why is there no mention of any other civilizations, such as Babylon or Egypt, being judged in the same manner as described in Ezekiel 22:15, despite historical records of their own atrocities? What Does Jeremiah 35:13 Mean This is what the LORD of Hosts, the God of Israel, says:- The title “LORD of Hosts” highlights God’s supreme command over every power, earthly or heavenly (1 Samuel 17:45; Isaiah 6:3). - Calling Him “the God of Israel” reminds the people of the covenant He established with their forefathers (Exodus 3:15; Deuteronomy 7:9). - Because His words carry absolute authority, they can never be set aside (Numbers 23:19; Matthew 24:35). - By opening the verse this way, the Lord underscores that what follows is not Jeremiah’s opinion but divine, unchangeable truth (Jeremiah 1:9; 2 Peter 1:21). Go and tell the men of Judah and the residents of Jerusalem: - God sends Jeremiah to the entire covenant community—leaders and common citizens alike—showing that accountability is universal (Jeremiah 11:6; 25:2). - The command “go and tell” echoes earlier prophetic missions, stressing that God never leaves His people without clear warning (2 Chronicles 24:19; Amos 3:7). - Judah and Jerusalem had experienced repeated calls to repentance, yet persisted in rebellion (Jeremiah 7:23–26; 29:19). This fresh directive demonstrates both God’s patience (2 Peter 3:9) and His resolve to confront sin (Nahum 1:3). - By addressing the capital city, the Lord targets the nation’s spiritual heart; if Jerusalem rejects the message, judgment will fall (Jeremiah 9:11; Lamentations 1:8). ‘Will you not accept discipline and obey My words?’ declares the LORD. - The question is rhetorical, exposing their stubborn refusal to heed correction (Jeremiah 6:16–17; Zephaniah 3:2). - “Accept discipline” points to God’s loving training of His children, meant to steer them back to life and blessing (Deuteronomy 8:5; Hebrews 12:5–6). - “Obey My words” anchors true worship in practical submission, not ritual alone (1 Samuel 15:22; James 1:22). - The wider chapter contrasts Judah’s disobedience with the Rechabites’ loyalty to their ancestor’s command (Jeremiah 35:5–10). If human tradition can be honored, how much more should divine instruction be obeyed (Luke 6:46)? - Refusing discipline invites judgment; accepting it leads to restoration (Proverbs 3:11–12; Jeremiah 24:5–7). summary Jeremiah 35:13 presents God’s authoritative challenge to His covenant people. The Lord, supreme over all hosts and faithful to Israel, commissions Jeremiah to confront Judah and Jerusalem with a simple yet piercing question: Why will you not yield to My loving correction and obey My clear words? Their resistance, contrasted with the obedience of the Rechabites, exposes hearts hardened against the very One who longs to bless them. The verse calls every reader to recognize God’s right to rule, to listen when He speaks, and to embrace His discipline as the path to life. (13) Will ye not receive instruction . . .--The argument of the prophet is naturally an a fortiori one. The words of Jonadab had been kept faithfully as a rule of life for 300 years by his descendants or his order. The words of Jehovah, "rising early and speaking" through His prophets (we note the repetition of the characteristic phrase of Jeremiah 7:13; Jeremiah 25:3), were neglected by the people whom He had adopted as His children. They, too, had the same promise that by obeying they should dwell in the land which He had given them, but they had turned a deaf ear both to the promise and the warning which it implied.Hebrew “This is whatכֹּֽה־ (kōh-) Adverb Strong's 3541: Like this, thus, here, now the LORD יְהוָ֤ה (Yah·weh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3069: YHWH of Hosts, צְבָאוֹת֙ (ṣə·ḇā·’ō·wṯ) Noun - common plural Strong's 6635: A mass of persons, reg, organized for, war, a campaign the God אֱלֹהֵ֣י (’ĕ·lō·hê) Noun - masculine plural construct Strong's 430: gods -- the supreme God, magistrates, a superlative of Israel, יִשְׂרָאֵ֔ל (yiś·rā·’êl) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3478: Israel -- 'God strives', another name of Jacob and his desc says: אָמַ֞ר (’ā·mar) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 559: To utter, say Go הָלֹ֤ךְ (hā·lōḵ) Verb - Qal - Infinitive absolute Strong's 1980: To go, come, walk and tell וְאָֽמַרְתָּ֙ (wə·’ā·mar·tā) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - second person masculine singular Strong's 559: To utter, say the men לְאִ֣ישׁ (lə·’îš) Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 376: A man as an individual, a male person of Judah יְהוּדָ֔ה (yə·hū·ḏāh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3063: Judah -- 'praised', a son of Jacob, also the southern kingdom, also four Israelites and residents וּלְיֽוֹשְׁבֵ֖י (ū·lə·yō·wō·šə·ḇê) Conjunctive waw, Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine plural construct Strong's 3427: To sit down, to dwell, to remain, to settle, to marry of Jerusalem: יְרֽוּשָׁלִָ֑ם (yə·rū·šā·lim) Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 3389: Jerusalem -- probably 'foundation of peace', capital city of all Israel ‘Will you not הֲל֨וֹא (hă·lō·w) Adverb - Negative particle Strong's 3808: Not, no accept תִקְח֥וּ (ṯiq·ḥū) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - second person masculine plural Strong's 3947: To take discipline מוּסָ֛ר (mū·sār) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 4148: Chastisement, reproof, warning, instruction, restraint and obey לִשְׁמֹ֥עַ (liš·mō·a‘) Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct Strong's 8085: To hear intelligently My words?’ דְּבָרַ֖י (də·ḇā·ray) Noun - masculine plural construct | first person common singular Strong's 1697: A word, a matter, thing, a cause declares נְאֻם־ (nə·’um-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 5002: An oracle the LORD. יְהוָֽה׃ (Yah·weh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3069: YHWH Links Jeremiah 35:13 NIVJeremiah 35:13 NLT Jeremiah 35:13 ESV Jeremiah 35:13 NASB Jeremiah 35:13 KJV Jeremiah 35:13 BibleApps.com Jeremiah 35:13 Biblia Paralela Jeremiah 35:13 Chinese Bible Jeremiah 35:13 French Bible Jeremiah 35:13 Catholic Bible OT Prophets: Jeremiah 35:13 Thus says Yahweh of Armies the God (Jer.) |
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