Jeremiah 44:25
New International Version
This is what the LORD Almighty, the God of Israel, says: You and your wives have done what you said you would do when you promised, ‘We will certainly carry out the vows we made to burn incense and pour out drink offerings to the Queen of Heaven.’ “Go ahead then, do what you promised! Keep your vows!

New Living Translation
This is what the LORD of Heaven’s Armies, the God of Israel, says: ‘You and your wives have said, “We will keep our promises to burn incense and pour out liquid offerings to the Queen of Heaven,” and you have proved by your actions that you meant it. So go ahead and carry out your promises and vows to her!’

English Standard Version
Thus says the LORD of hosts, the God of Israel: You and your wives have declared with your mouths, and have fulfilled it with your hands, saying, ‘We will surely perform our vows that we have made, to make offerings to the queen of heaven and to pour out drink offerings to her.’ Then confirm your vows and perform your vows!

Berean Standard Bible
This is what the LORD of Hosts, the God of Israel, says: As for you and your wives, you have spoken with your mouths and fulfilled with your hands your words: ‘We will surely perform our vows that we have made to burn incense to the Queen of Heaven and to pour out drink offerings to her.’ Go ahead, then, do what you have promised! Keep your vows!

Berean Literal Bible
Thus says YHWH of Hosts, the God of Israel, saying: You⁺ and your⁺ wives have indeed spoken with your⁺ mouths, and with your⁺ hands you⁺ have fulfilled it, saying, ‘We will surely perform our vows that we have vowed to burn incense to the queen of the heavens—to pour out to her drink offerings.’ You⁺ will surely make stand your⁺ vows, and you⁺ will surely perform your⁺ vows!

King James Bible
Thus saith the LORD of hosts, the God of Israel, saying; Ye and your wives have both spoken with your mouths, and fulfilled with your hand, saying, We will surely perform our vows that we have vowed, to burn incense to the queen of heaven, and to pour out drink offerings unto her: ye will surely accomplish your vows, and surely perform your vows.

New King James Version
Thus says the LORD of hosts, the God of Israel, saying: ‘You and your wives have spoken with your mouths and fulfilled with your hands, saying, “We will surely keep our vows that we have made, to burn incense to the queen of heaven and pour out drink offerings to her.” You will surely keep your vows and perform your vows!’

New American Standard Bible
This is what the LORD of armies, the God of Israel says: ‘As for you and your wives, you have spoken with your mouths and fulfilled it with your hands, saying, “We will certainly perform our vows that we have vowed, to burn sacrifices to the queen of heaven and pour out drink offerings to her.” By all means fulfill your vows, and be sure to perform your vows!’

NASB 1995
thus says the LORD of hosts, the God of Israel, as follows: ‘As for you and your wives, you have spoken with your mouths and fulfilled it with your hands, saying, “We will certainly perform our vows that we have vowed, to burn sacrifices to the queen of heaven and pour out drink offerings to her.” Go ahead and confirm your vows, and certainly perform your vows!’

NASB 1977
thus says the LORD of hosts, the God of Israel, as follows: ‘As for you and your wives, you have spoken with your mouths and fulfilled it with your hands, saying, “We will certainly perform our vows that we have vowed, to burn sacrifices to the queen of heaven and pour out libations to her.” Go ahead and confirm your vows, and certainly perform your vows!’

Legacy Standard Bible
thus says Yahweh of hosts, the God of Israel, saying: ‘As for you and your wives, you have spoken with your mouths and fulfilled it with your hands, saying, “We will certainly perform our vows that we have vowed, to burn incense to the queen of heaven and pour out drink offerings to her.” Go ahead and establish your vows, and certainly perform your vows!’

Amplified Bible
thus says the LORD of hosts, the God of Israel, as follows: ‘You and your wives have both declared with your mouth and fulfilled it with your hand, saying, “We will certainly perform our vows that we have vowed, to burn sacrifices to the queen of heaven (Ishtar) and to pour out drink offerings to her.” Surely then confirm your vows and go ahead and perform your vows! [If you intend to defy all My warnings, proceed!]’

Berean Annotated Bible
This is what the LORD {YHWH} of Hosts, the God {Elohe} of Israel (he wrestles with God), says: As for you⁺ and your⁺ wives, you⁺ have spoken with your⁺ mouths and fulfilled with your⁺ hands your⁺ words: ‘We will surely perform our vows that we have made to burn incense to the Queen of Heaven and to pour out drink offerings to her. Go ahead, then, do what you⁺ have promised! Keep your⁺ vows!

Christian Standard Bible
This is what the LORD of Armies, the God of Israel, says: ‘As for you and your wives, you women have spoken with your mouths, and you men fulfilled it by your deeds, saying, “We will keep our vows that we have made to burn incense to the queen of heaven and to pour out drink offerings for her.” Go ahead, confirm your vows! Keep your vows! ’

Holman Christian Standard Bible
This is what the LORD of Hosts, the God of Israel, says: ‘As for you and your wives, you women have spoken with your mouths, and you men fulfilled it by your deeds, saying, “We will keep our vows that we have made to burn incense to the queen of heaven and to pour out drink offerings for her.” Go ahead, confirm your vows! Pay your vows!’

American Standard Version
Thus saith Jehovah of hosts, the God of Israel, saying, Ye and your wives have both spoken with your mouths, and with your hands have fulfilled it, saying, We will surely perform our vows that we have vowed, to burn incense to the queen of heaven, and to pour out drink-offerings unto her: establish then your vows, and perform your vows.

English Revised Version
Thus saith the LORD of hosts, the God of Israel, saying: Ye and your wives have both spoken with your mouths, and with your hands have fulfilled it, saying, We will surely perform our vows that we have vowed, to burn incense to the queen of heaven, and to pour out drink offerings unto her: establish then your vows, and perform your vows.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
This is what the LORD of Armies, the God of Israel, says: You and your wives made promises, and you have kept them. You said, 'We will certainly do what we vow. We will burn incense to the queen of heaven and pour out wine offerings to her.' "So go ahead. Keep your vows, and do what you vow.

International Standard Version
This is what the LORD of the Heavenly Armies, the God of Israel, says: 'You and your wives have spoken with your mouths and acted with your hands: "We will certainly carry through on the vows that we vowed to offer sacrifices to the Queen of Heaven and pour out liquid offerings to her!" Go ahead, carry through on your vows, and diligently do what you vowed!'

NET Bible
The LORD God of Israel who rules over all says, 'You women have confirmed by your actions what you vowed with your lips! You said, "We will certainly carry out our vows to sacrifice and pour out drink offerings to the Queen of Heaven." Well, then fulfill your vows! Carry them out!'

New Heart English Bible
Thus says the LORD, the God of Israel, 'You and your wives have both spoken with your mouths, and with your hands have fulfilled it, saying, "We will surely perform our vows that we have vowed, to burn incense to the queen of heaven, and to pour out drink offerings to her": establish then your vows, and perform your vows.'

Webster's Bible Translation
Thus saith the LORD of hosts, the God of Israel, saying; Ye and your wives have both spoken with your mouths, and fulfilled with your hand, saying, We will surely perform our vows that we have vowed, to burn incense to the queen of heaven, and to pour out drink-offerings to her: ye will surely accomplish your vows, and surely perform your vows.
Majority Text Translations
Majority Standard Bible
This is what the LORD of Hosts, the God of Israel, says: As for you and your wives, you have spoken with your mouths and fulfilled with your hands your words: ‘We will surely perform our vows that we have made to burn incense to the Queen of Heaven and to pour out drink offerings to her.’ Go ahead, then, do what you have promised! Keep your vows!

World English Bible
Yahweh of Armies, the God of Israel, says, ‘You and your wives have both spoken with your mouths, and with your hands have fulfilled it, saying, “We will surely perform our vows that we have vowed, to burn incense to the queen of the sky, and to pour out drink offerings to her.” “‘Establish then your vows, and perform your vows.’
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
Thus spoke YHWH of Hosts, God of Israel, saying, You and your wives both speak with your mouth, and with your hands have fulfilled, saying, We certainly execute our vows that we have vowed, to make incense to the queen of the heavens, and to pour out drink-offerings to her. You certainly establish your vows, and certainly execute your vows.

Berean Literal Bible
Thus says YHWH of Hosts, the God of Israel, saying: You⁺ and your⁺ wives have indeed spoken with your⁺ mouths, and with your⁺ hands you⁺ have fulfilled it, saying, ‘We will surely perform our vows that we have vowed to burn incense to the queen of the heavens—to pour out to her drink offerings.’ You⁺ will surely make stand your⁺ vows, and you⁺ will surely perform your⁺ vows!

Young's Literal Translation
Thus spake Jehovah of Hosts, God of Israel, saying: Ye and your wives both speak with your mouth, and with your hands have fulfilled, saying: We certainly execute our vows that we have vowed, to make perfume to the queen of the heavens, and to pour out to her libations, ye do certainly establish your vows, and certainly execute your vows.

Smith's Literal Translation
Thus said Jehovah of armies, God of Israel, saying, Ye and your wives, and ye will speak with your mouth, and with your hands ye filled up; saying, Doing, we will do our vows which we vowed, to burn incense to the queen of the heavens, and to pour out libations to her: setting up, ye will set up your vows, and doing, ye will do your vows.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Thus saith the Lord of hosts the God of Israel, saying: You and your wives have spoken with your mouth, and fulfilled with your hands, saying: Let us perform our vows which we have made, to offer sacrifice to the queen of heaven, and to pour out drink offerings to her: you have fulfilled your vows, and have performed them indeed.

Catholic Public Domain Version
Thus says the Lord of hosts, the God of Israel, saying: You and your wives have spoken it with your mouth, and have fulfilled it with your hands, saying: ‘Let us perform our vows that we have made, so that we may offer sacrifice to the queen of heaven, and pour out libations to her.’ You have fulfilled your vows and accomplished their works.

New American Bible
Thus says the LORD of hosts, the God of Israel: You and your wives have carried out with your hands what your mouths have spoken: “We will go on fulfilling the vows we have made to offer sacrifice to the Queen of Heaven and to pour out libations to her.” Very well! keep your vows, fulfill your vows!

New Revised Standard Version
Thus says the LORD of hosts, the God of Israel: You and your wives have accomplished in deeds what you declared in words, saying, ‘We are determined to perform the vows that we have made, to make offerings to the queen of heaven and to pour out libations to her.’ By all means, keep your vows and make your libations!
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Thus says the LORD of hosts, the God of Israel: You and your wives have both spoken with your mouths and fulfilled with your hands, saying, We will surely perform our vows that we have vowed, to burn incense to the queen of heaven and to pour out drink offerings to her; you have surely confirmed your oaths and performed your vows.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
Thus says LORD JEHOVAH of Hosts, God of Israel: “You and your wives, you have spoken with your mouths and with your hands you fulfilled, and you said: ‘We shall be strong; we shall vow our vows to offer incense for the service of Heaven and to pour out to it a drink offering!’ You have confirmed your oaths and you performed your vows
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
Thus saith the LORD of hosts, the God of Israel, saying: Ye and your wives have both spoken with your mouths, and with your hands have fulfilled it, saying: We will surely perform our vows that we have vowed, to offer to the queen of heaven, and to pour out drink-offerings unto her; ye shall surely establish your vows, and surely perform your vows.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
Thus has the Lord God of Israel said; Ye women have spoken with your mouth, and ye fulfilled it with your hands, saying, We will surely perform our vows that we have vowed, to burn incense to the queen of heaven, and to pour drink-offerings to her: full well did ye keep to your vows, and ye have indeed performed them.

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Context
Calamity for the Jews
24Then Jeremiah said to all the people, including all the women, “Hear the word of the LORD, all those of Judah who are in the land of Egypt. 25This is what the LORD of Hosts, the God of Israel, says: As for you and your wives, you have spoken with your mouths and fulfilled with your hands your words: ‘We will surely perform our vows that we have made to burn incense to the Queen of Heaven and to pour out drink offerings to her.’ Go ahead, then, do what you have promised! Keep your vows! 26Nevertheless, hear the word of the LORD, all you people of Judah living in Egypt: Behold, I have sworn by My great name, says the LORD, that never again will any man of Judah living in the land of Egypt invoke My name or say, ‘As surely as the Lord GOD lives.’…

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 35:13
“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.
As for you and your wives,

Numbers 30:10
If a woman in her husband’s house has made a vow or put herself under an obligation with an oath,

Numbers 30:14
But if her husband says nothing to her from day to day, then he confirms all the vows and pledges that bind her. He has confirmed them, because he said nothing to her on the day he heard about them.

Numbers 30:13
Her husband may confirm or nullify any vow or any sworn pledge to deny herself.
you have spoken with your mouths and fulfilled with your hands your words:

1 Kings 8:24
You have kept Your promise to Your servant, my father David. What You spoke with Your mouth You have fulfilled with Your hand this day.

2 Chronicles 6:15
You have kept Your promise to Your servant, my father David. What You spoke with Your mouth You have fulfilled with Your hand this day.

1 Kings 8:15
and said: “Blessed be the LORD, the God of Israel, who has fulfilled with His own hand what He spoke with His mouth to my father David, saying,
‘We will surely perform our vows that we have made to burn incense to the Queen of Heaven and to pour out drink offerings to her.’

Jeremiah 7:18
The sons gather wood, the fathers light the fire, and the women knead the dough to make cakes for the Queen of Heaven; they pour out drink offerings to other gods to provoke Me to anger.

Jeremiah 19:13
The houses of Jerusalem and the houses of the kings of Judah will be defiled like that place, Topheth—all the houses on whose rooftops they burned incense to all the host of heaven and poured out drink offerings to other gods.”

Jeremiah 32:29
And the Chaldeans who are fighting against this city will come in, set it on fire, and burn it, along with the houses of those who provoked Me to anger by burning incense to Baal on their rooftops and by pouring out drink offerings to other gods.
Go ahead, then, do what you have promised! Keep your vows!

Numbers 30:2
If a man makes a vow to the LORD or swears an oath to obligate himself by a pledge, he must not break his word; he must do everything he has promised.

Deuteronomy 23:23
Be careful to follow through on what comes from your lips, because you have freely vowed to the LORD your God with your own mouth.

Ecclesiastes 5:4
When you make a vow to God, do not delay in fulfilling it, because He takes no pleasure in fools. Fulfill your vow.
Exodus 32:2-6
So Aaron told them, “Take off the gold earrings that are on your wives and sons and daughters, and bring them to me.” / Then all the people took off their gold earrings and brought them to Aaron. / He took the gold from their hands, and with an engraving tool he fashioned it into a molten calf. And they said, “These, O Israel, are your gods, who brought you up out of the land of Egypt!” …


Treasury of Scripture

Thus said the LORD of hosts, the God of Israel, saying; You and your wives have both spoken with your mouths, and fulfilled with your hand, saying, We will surely perform our vows that we have vowed, to burn incense to the queen of heaven, and to pour out drink offerings to her: you will surely accomplish your vows, and surely perform your vows.

Ye and

Jeremiah 44:15-19
Then all the men which knew that their wives had burned incense unto other gods, and all the women that stood by, a great multitude, even all the people that dwelt in the land of Egypt, in Pathros, answered Jeremiah, saying, …

Isaiah 28:15
Because ye have said, We have made a covenant with death, and with hell are we at agreement; when the overflowing scourge shall pass through, it shall not come unto us: for we have made lies our refuge, and under falsehood have we hid ourselves:

Jude 1:13
Raging waves of the sea, foaming out their own shame; wandering stars, to whom is reserved the blackness of darkness for ever.

We will

Matthew 14:9
And the king was sorry: nevertheless for the oath's sake, and them which sat with him at meat, he commanded it to be given her.

Acts 23:12-15
And when it was day, certain of the Jews banded together, and bound themselves under a curse, saying that they would neither eat nor drink till they had killed Paul…

ye will

Job 34:22
There is no darkness, nor shadow of death, where the workers of iniquity may hide themselves.

James 1:14,15
But every man is tempted, when he is drawn away of his own lust, and enticed…

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Jeremiah 44
1. Jeremiah expresses the desolation of Judah for their idolatry
11. He prophesies the destruction of those who commit idolatry in Egypt
15. The obstinacy of the Jews
20. For which Jeremiah threatens them
29. and for a sign prophesies the destruction of Egypt












This is what the LORD of Hosts, the God of Israel, says:
This phrase establishes the authority and identity of the speaker. The "LORD of Hosts" refers to God as the commander of heavenly armies, emphasizing His power and sovereignty. The "God of Israel" highlights His covenant relationship with the nation of Israel, reminding the people of their unique bond and obligations to Him. This introduction sets the stage for a divine pronouncement, underscoring the seriousness of the message.

As for you and your wives,
This addresses both the men and women of Judah, indicating that the idolatrous practices were widespread and involved entire families. In the cultural context, family units often participated together in religious activities, whether true worship or idolatry. The inclusion of "wives" suggests that the women played a significant role in the worship of the Queen of Heaven, possibly influencing family and community religious practices.

you have spoken with your mouths and fulfilled with your hands your words:
This highlights the people's deliberate and conscious decision to engage in idolatry. The phrase "spoken with your mouths" indicates a verbal commitment, while "fulfilled with your hands" suggests action and follow-through. This duality of speech and action reflects a complete and willful rebellion against God's commandments, as they not only vowed but also executed their idolatrous intentions.

‘We will surely perform our vows that we have made to burn incense to the Queen of Heaven and to pour out drink offerings to her.’
The "Queen of Heaven" is a reference to a pagan deity, likely associated with fertility and celestial bodies, such as the moon or stars. This idolatrous worship was a direct violation of the first commandment, which forbids the worship of other gods. The practice of burning incense and pouring out drink offerings were common rituals in ancient Near Eastern religions, signifying devotion and seeking favor from the deity. This reflects the syncretism that had infiltrated Judah, where the people mixed pagan practices with their worship of Yahweh.

Go ahead, then, do what you have promised! Keep your vows!
This statement is laden with irony and divine sarcasm. God is essentially telling the people to continue in their chosen path of disobedience, knowing it will lead to their destruction. It reflects the principle of divine judgment where God allows people to follow their sinful desires, leading to inevitable consequences. This echoes Romans 1:24-28, where God "gave them over" to their sinful ways. The call to "keep your vows" underscores the futility and danger of their rebellion, as their actions will not bring the desired blessings but rather divine wrath.

Persons / Places / Events
1. The LORD of Hosts
This title emphasizes God's sovereignty and power over all heavenly armies, underscoring His authority to judge and command.

2. The God of Israel
Highlights the covenant relationship between God and the nation of Israel, reminding them of their unique calling and responsibilities.

3. The People of Judah in Egypt
These are the Israelites who fled to Egypt after the fall of Jerusalem, continuing their idolatrous practices despite God's warnings.

4. The Queen of Heaven
A pagan deity worshiped by the Israelites, likely associated with fertility and celestial bodies, representing a direct violation of the first commandment.

5. Jeremiah
The prophet who delivers God's message, serving as a mouthpiece for divine judgment and calling the people back to faithfulness.
Teaching Points
The Danger of Idolatry
Idolatry is not just the worship of physical idols but anything that takes the place of God in our hearts. We must examine our lives for modern-day idols.

The Consequences of Disobedience
Persistent disobedience to God leads to judgment. We are called to repentance and obedience to avoid spiritual and sometimes physical consequences.

The Faithfulness of God
Despite the people's unfaithfulness, God remains faithful to His covenant. This should inspire us to remain faithful in our relationship with Him.

The Power of Words and Actions
The people of Judah made vows and fulfilled them, albeit to the wrong deity. Our words and actions should align with our commitment to God.

The Call to Repentance
God’s message through Jeremiah is a call to repentance. We must be willing to turn from our sins and return to God wholeheartedly.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Jeremiah 44:25?

2. How does Jeremiah 44:25 illustrate the consequences of breaking vows to God?

3. What does Jeremiah 44:25 reveal about God's response to idolatry and false worship?

4. How can we apply the lessons from Jeremiah 44:25 to modern-day faithfulness?

5. What scriptural connections exist between Jeremiah 44:25 and the First Commandment?

6. How does Jeremiah 44:25 challenge us to examine our own spiritual commitments?

7. Why did God allow the Israelites to continue idol worship in Jeremiah 44:25?

8. How does Jeremiah 44:25 reflect on God's patience and justice?

9. What historical context led to the events in Jeremiah 44:25?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Jeremiah 44?

11. How can Jeremiah 31:35-37 claim that the fixed order of the sun, moon, and stars ensures Israel's permanence when modern science shows celestial bodies change over time?

12. Isaiah 47:13 - Is there a contradiction with other biblical passages that critique astrology, given the ambiguous stance some prophets take toward signs in the heavens?

13. How does the promised divine judgment in Zechariah 1:14-15 align with or contradict other biblical accounts of God's dealings with foreign nations?

14. Is there any corroborating evidence for the 70-year period mentioned in Zechariah 1:12, or does it conflict with known historical timelines?
What Does Jeremiah 44:25 Mean
This is what the LORD of Hosts, the God of Israel, says

The opening words ground the whole message in the absolute authority of the covenant-keeping God. By identifying Himself as “the LORD of Hosts,” He reminds the remnant in Egypt that

• He commands heaven’s armies (2 Kings 6:16–17).

• His voice cannot be ignored (Jeremiah 10:10–13).

• He has remained faithful to Israel despite their repeated rebellion (Isaiah 44:6; Malachi 3:6).

The title drives home that the warning to come is not Jeremiah’s opinion but divine, binding truth.


As for you and your wives, you have spoken with your mouths and fulfilled with your hands your words

The Lord highlights personal responsibility: their lips and hands match in stubborn disobedience. Scripture consistently links spoken vows with accountable action (Numbers 30:2; Matthew 12:36).

• They verbalized their intent.

• They actively carried it out.

This mirrors James 1:22—“Be doers of the word and not hearers only.” Here, tragically, they are “doers” of wickedness, proving their guilt beyond dispute.


‘We will surely perform our vows that we have made to burn incense to the Queen of Heaven and to pour out drink offerings to her.’

The “Queen of Heaven” was a fertility goddess venerated throughout the Near East (cf. Jeremiah 7:18). In direct violation of the first two commandments (Exodus 20:3–5), the people pledged:

• Incense—symbolizing prayer and devotion—redirected from Yahweh to an idol.

• Drink offerings—meant for the true altar—lavished on a counterfeit deity.

Paul later exposes the spiritual reality behind such worship: “the things the Gentiles sacrifice, they sacrifice to demons and not to God” (1 Corinthians 10:20). Their vows are not harmless cultural expressions; they are treason against the Lord.


Go ahead, then, do what you have promised! Keep your vows!

God’s statement is ironic and judicial. By telling them to proceed, He is handing them over to their chosen path, much like Romans 1:24: “Therefore God gave them up in the desires of their hearts.” The next verses (Jeremiah 44:26–27) announce the consequences:

• His name will no longer be invoked favorably among them.

• Sword and famine will pursue the idolaters until none remain.

Other sobering parallels include 2 Thessalonians 2:11, where God sends “a powerful delusion” on those who refuse the truth. When hardened sinners insist on rebellion, divine justice may allow them to reap its full harvest.


summary

Jeremiah 44:25 confronts the exiled Judeans in Egypt with the stark reality that God takes their words and actions seriously. They have deliberately pledged loyalty to a false deity, and the Lord—who sees both mouth and hand—confirms their guilt. His ironic permission to “keep your vows” is not approval but a sentence: by persisting, they choose judgment over mercy. The verse warns every generation that vows matter, idolatry invites ruin, and the Almighty will not share His glory with another.

Verse 25. - With your hand; rather, with your hands. Ye will surely accomplish, etc.; rather, ye shall, etc., by all means perform your vows, and take the consequence. The irony of the passage is lost by the "will" of the Authorized Version.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
This is what
כֹּֽה־ (kōh-)
Adverb
Strong's 3541: Like this, thus, here, now

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

of Hosts,
צְבָאוֹת֩ (ṣə·ḇā·’ō·wṯ)
Noun - common plural
Strong's 6635: A mass of persons, reg, organized for, war, a campaign

the God
אֱלֹהֵ֨י (’ĕ·lō·hê)
Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 430: gods -- the supreme God, magistrates, a superlative

of Israel,
יִשְׂרָאֵ֜ל (yiś·rā·’êl)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3478: Israel -- 'God strives', another name of Jacob and his desc

says:
אָמַ֣ר (’ā·mar)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 559: To utter, say

‘As for you
אַתֶּ֨ם (’at·tem)
Pronoun - second person masculine plural
Strong's 859: Thou and thee, ye and you

and your wives,
וּנְשֵׁיכֶ֜ם (ū·nə·šê·ḵem)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine plural construct | second person masculine plural
Strong's 802: Woman, wife, female

you have spoken
וַתְּדַבֵּ֣רְנָה (wat·tə·ḏab·bê·rə·nāh)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Piel - Consecutive imperfect - second person feminine plural
Strong's 1696: To arrange, to speak, to subdue

with your mouths
בְּפִיכֶם֮ (bə·p̄î·ḵem)
Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct | second person masculine plural
Strong's 6310: The mouth, edge, portion, side, according to

and fulfilled
מִלֵּאתֶ֣ם ׀ (mil·lê·ṯem)
Verb - Piel - Perfect - second person masculine plural
Strong's 4390: To fill, be full of

with your hands
וּבִידֵיכֶ֣ם (ū·ḇî·ḏê·ḵem)
Conjunctive waw, Preposition-b | Noun - fdc | second person masculine plural
Strong's 3027: A hand

your words,
לֵאמֹ֗ר (lê·mōr)
Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct
Strong's 559: To utter, say

“We will surely
עָשֹׂ֨ה (‘ā·śōh)
Verb - Qal - Infinitive absolute
Strong's 6213: To do, make

perform
נַעֲשֶׂ֜ה (na·‘ă·śeh)
Verb - Qal - Imperfect - first person common plural
Strong's 6213: To do, make

our vows
נְדָרֵ֗ינוּ (nə·ḏā·rê·nū)
Noun - masculine plural construct | first person common plural
Strong's 5088: A promise, a thing promised

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

we have made
נָדַ֙רְנוּ֙ (nā·ḏar·nū)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - first person common plural
Strong's 5087: To promise

to burn incense
לְקַטֵּר֙ (lə·qaṭ·ṭêr)
Preposition-l | Verb - Piel - Infinitive construct
Strong's 6999: To smoke, turn into fragrance by fire

to the queen
לִמְלֶ֣כֶת (lim·le·ḵeṯ)
Preposition-l | Noun - feminine singular construct
Strong's 4446: A queen

of heaven
הַשָּׁמַ֔יִם (haš·šā·ma·yim)
Article | Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 8064: Heaven, sky

and to pour out
וּלְהַסֵּ֥ךְ (ū·lə·has·sêḵ)
Conjunctive waw, Preposition-l | Verb - Hifil - Infinitive construct
Strong's 5258: To pour out, a libation, to cast, to anoint a, king

drink offerings
נְסָכִ֑ים (nə·sā·ḵîm)
Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 5262: A libation, a cast idol

to her.”
לָ֖הּ (lāh)
Preposition | third person feminine singular
Strong's 0: 0

Go ahead, then,
הָקֵ֤ים (hā·qêm)
Verb - Hifil - Infinitive absolute
Strong's 6965: To arise, stand up, stand

do
תָּקִ֙ימְנָה֙ (tā·qî·mə·nāh)
Verb - Hifil - Imperfect - second person feminine plural
Strong's 6965: To arise, stand up, stand

what you have promised!
נִדְרֵיכֶ֔ם (niḏ·rê·ḵem)
Noun - masculine plural construct | second person masculine plural
Strong's 5088: A promise, a thing promised

Keep
תַעֲשֶׂ֖ינָה (ṯa·‘ă·śe·nāh)
Verb - Qal - Imperfect - second person feminine plural
Strong's 6213: To do, make

your vows!
נִדְרֵיכֶֽם׃ (niḏ·rê·ḵem)
Noun - masculine plural construct | second person masculine plural
Strong's 5088: A promise, a thing promised


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