Jeremiah 37:12 kjv
Then Jeremiah went forth out of Jerusalem to go into the land of Benjamin, to separate himself thence in the midst of the people.
Jeremiah 37:12 nkjv
that Jeremiah went out of Jerusalem to go into the land of Benjamin to claim his property there among the people.
Jeremiah 37:12 niv
Jeremiah started to leave the city to go to the territory of Benjamin to get his share of the property among the people there.
Jeremiah 37:12 esv
Jeremiah set out from Jerusalem to go to the land of Benjamin to receive his portion there among the people.
Jeremiah 37:12 nlt
Jeremiah started to leave the city on his way to the territory of Benjamin, to claim his share of the property among his relatives there.
Jeremiah 37 12 Cross References
| Verse | Text | Reference |
|---|---|---|
| Jeremiah 20:1 | "Now Pashur the son of Immer, who was also a priest, the one who was set as chief officer in the house of the LORD, heard Jeremiah prophesying these things." | Oversight and opposition Jeremiah |
| Jeremiah 37:15 | "Jeremiah had not yet gone out into the court of the guard, when he went out." | Returning to confinement |
| Jeremiah 38:1 | "Now Shephatiah the son of Mattan, Gedaliah the son of Pashur, Jucal the son of Shelemiah, and Pashur the son of Malchijah heard the very words that Jeremiah spoke to all the people..." | Continued opposition |
| Jeremiah 38:4 | "Therefore the princes said to the king, 'This man ought to be put to death, for he is weakening the hands of the soldiers who remain in this city, and the hands of all the people, by speaking such things to them.'" | False accusations |
| Isaiah 50:7 | "For the Lord GOD helps me; therefore I shall not be put to shame; therefore I have set my face like a flint, and I know that I shall not be put to shame." | Steadfastness in suffering |
| Isaiah 54:17 | "No weapon that is formed against you shall succeed, and every tongue that rises against you in judgment you shall condemn. This is the heritage of the servants of the LORD and their vindication from me, declares the LORD.” | Divine protection |
| Psalm 105:17 | "He sent a man before them, Joseph, who was sold into slavery." | Joseph's prefiguring |
| Proverbs 14:4 | "Where there are no oxen, the manger is clean, but where the strength of an ox is, there is abundant harvest." | Responsibility and consequence |
| Acts 7:51 | "You stiffnecked and uncircumcised in heart and ears! You always resist the Holy Spirit. As your fathers did, so do you." | Resisting God's messengers |
| Matthew 10:16 | "Behold, I am sending you out as sheep in the midst of wolves, so be wise as serpents and innocent as doves." | Persecution of prophets |
| Matthew 24:9 | "Then they will deliver you up to tribulation, and put you to death; and you will be hated by all nations for my name's sake." | Persecution for Christ's sake |
| 2 Corinthians 4:8-9 | "We are afflicted in every way, but not crushed; perplexed, but not despairing; persecuted, but not abandoned; struck down, but not destroyed;" | Endurance in affliction |
| 2 Timothy 3:12 | "Indeed, all who desire to live a godly life in Christ Jesus will be persecuted." | Guaranteed persecution |
| Hebrews 11:36 | "Others suffered mocking, flogging, even chains and imprisonment. They were stoned, they were sawn in two, they were killed by the sword." | Faithfulness through suffering |
| 1 Peter 4:12-13 | "Beloved, do not be surprised at the fiery trial when it comes upon you, as though something strange were happening to you. But rejoice in so far as you share Christ's sufferings, that you may also rejoice with exceeding gladness." | Rejoicing in suffering |
| Romans 8:18 | "For I consider that the sufferings of this present time are not worth comparing with the glory that is to be revealed in us." | Future glory outweighs suffering |
| Psalm 18:2 | "The LORD is my rock and my fortress and my deliverer, my God, my rock, in whom I take refuge, my shield, and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold." | God as protector |
| Jeremiah 1:17-19 | "But you, gird up your loins and arise, and speak to them all that I command you. Do not be dismayed by them, lest I dismay you before them. And I, behold, I make you this day a fortified city, an iron pillar, and bronze walls, against the whole land, against the kings of Judah, against its princes, against its priests, and against the people of the land." | God's empowering of Jeremiah |
| 1 Samuel 16:7 | "But the LORD said to Samuel, 'Do not look on his appearance or on the height of his stature, because I have rejected him. For the LORD sees not as man sees: man looks on the outward appearance, but the LORD looks on the heart.'" | God's perspective vs. man's |
| Ezekiel 14:6 | "Say therefore to the house of Israel, Thus says the Lord GOD: Repent, and turn yourselves from your idols, and turn away your faces from all your abominations;" | Call to repentance |
Jeremiah 37 verses
Jeremiah 37 12 Meaning
Jeremiah 37:12 signifies a moment of perceived freedom for Jeremiah, who was released from his confinement. However, this release was temporary and conditional, ultimately leading him back to further suffering. It highlights the deceptive nature of false hope and the ongoing struggle for those who speak God's truth in challenging times.
Jeremiah 37 12 Context
Jeremiah is a prophet in Jerusalem during the final years of the Kingdom of Judah, a time marked by political instability and impending Babylonian conquest. He has been imprisoned by the princes of Judah who disagreed with his prophecies of doom and encouraged submission to Babylon. King Zedekiah, though wavering, initially released Jeremiah from the cistern (a dungeon) due to concern for his life, but this act of clemency was short-lived. The release in verse 12 is into the court of the guard, not complete freedom.
Jeremiah 37 12 Word analysis
- "Then": Indicates the sequential nature of events. Jeremiah’s release follows Zedekiah's decision.
- "Jeremiah": The prophet, tasked with delivering God's message of judgment and repentance to Judah. His name means "Yahweh exalts" or "Yahweh throws."
- "went forth": Signifies leaving a place, in this case, his place of confinement. It implies a movement towards a different location or status.
- "out": Specifies the direction of movement, exiting from his former bonds.
- "of the": Article, defining a specific entity.
- "court": Refers to an enclosed area, in this context, likely a military or administrative precinct. The Hebrew word used can refer to a courtyard, an enclosure, or a place of public assembly.
- "of the": Article, further specifying the court.
- "guard": Denotes those responsible for protection and security, soldiers or officers of the watch. The Hebrew word implies watching, guarding, or keeping.
Words-group by words-group analysis
- "Then Jeremiah went forth out of the court of the guard": This phrase describes Jeremiah's departure from his immediate confinement, but importantly, it’s not into the general populace or out of the city, but to another place of restriction or observation within the king's custody. It was not a full liberation but a repositioning within the administrative system of the state.
Jeremiah 37 12 Bonus section
The Hebrew word for "court" (mishneh) can also refer to a second or subordinate part of something. This could subtly imply that his new location was a less severe form of imprisonment or an intermediate stage before either fuller release or further punishment. The narrative emphasis is on the transition of location rather than true liberty. Jeremiah’s experience foreshadows the greater suffering of Jesus, who was also handed over by authorities and experienced unjust imprisonment, yet ultimately triumphed. His continued preaching from the court of the guard signifies his unyielding commitment to God's word, even under pressure.
Jeremiah 37 12 Commentary
Jeremiah's release from the cistern was a temporary reprieve orchestrated by King Zedekiah. However, the text quickly clarifies that his freedom was limited to the "court of the guard." This suggests he was moved to another form of detention or oversight, still under the watchful eye of the authorities. The brevity of his release and the immediate return to confinement (as described in the subsequent verses) underscore the precariousness of his situation. Despite this move, Jeremiah's prophetic duty remained, and he continued to deliver God's messages. This episode highlights that obedience to God can lead to personal hardship, even when leaders show a moment of mercy. The "court of the guard" was a place associated with soldiers and security, emphasizing that Jeremiah was still under a form of state control, not truly free. His true refuge was always in the Lord, even amidst man's fleeting or conditional kindness.