Jeremiah 32:15
For thus saith the LORD of hosts, the God of Israel; Houses and fields and vineyards shall be possessed again in this land.
Original Language Analysis
כִּ֣י
H3588
כִּ֣י
Strong's:
H3588
Word #:
1 of 14
(by implication) very widely used as a relative conjunction or adverb (as below); often largely modified by other particles annexed
כֹ֥ה
H3541
כֹ֥ה
Strong's:
H3541
Word #:
2 of 14
properly, like this, i.e., by implication, (of manner) thus (or so); also (of place) here (or hither); or (of time) now
יְהוָ֥ה
the LORD
H3068
יְהוָ֥ה
the LORD
Strong's:
H3068
Word #:
4 of 14
(the) self-existent or eternal; jeho-vah, jewish national name of god
צְבָא֖וֹת
of hosts
H6635
צְבָא֖וֹת
of hosts
Strong's:
H6635
Word #:
5 of 14
a mass of persons (or figuratively, things), especially reg. organized for war (an army); by implication, a campaign, literally or figuratively (speci
אֱלֹהֵ֣י
the God
H430
אֱלֹהֵ֣י
the God
Strong's:
H430
Word #:
6 of 14
gods in the ordinary sense; but specifically used (in the plural thus, especially with the article) of the supreme god; occasionally applied by way of
יִשְׂרָאֵ֑ל
of Israel
H3478
יִשְׂרָאֵ֑ל
of Israel
Strong's:
H3478
Word #:
7 of 14
he will rule as god; jisral, a symbolical name of jacob; also (typically) of his posterity
ע֣וֹד
H5750
ע֣וֹד
Strong's:
H5750
Word #:
8 of 14
properly, iteration or continuance; used only adverbially (with or without preposition), again, repeatedly, still, more
יִקָּנ֥וּ
shall be possessed again
H7069
יִקָּנ֥וּ
shall be possessed again
Strong's:
H7069
Word #:
9 of 14
to erect, i.e., create; by extension, to procure, especially by purchase (causatively, sell); by implication to own
בָתִּ֛ים
Houses
H1004
בָתִּ֛ים
Houses
Strong's:
H1004
Word #:
10 of 14
a house (in the greatest variation of applications, especially family, etc.)
Cross References
Zechariah 3:10In that day, saith the LORD of hosts, shall ye call every man his neighbour under the vine and under the fig tree.Jeremiah 30:18Thus saith the LORD; Behold, I will bring again the captivity of Jacob's tents, and have mercy on his dwellingplaces; and the city shall be builded upon her own heap, and the palace shall remain after the manner thereof.Jeremiah 31:5Thou shalt yet plant vines upon the mountains of Samaria: the planters shall plant, and shall eat them as common things.Jeremiah 31:24And there shall dwell in Judah itself, and in all the cities thereof together, husbandmen, and they that go forth with flocks.Jeremiah 32:37Behold, I will gather them out of all countries, whither I have driven them in mine anger, and in my fury, and in great wrath; and I will bring them again unto this place, and I will cause them to dwell safely:Jeremiah 31:12Therefore they shall come and sing in the height of Zion, and shall flow together to the goodness of the LORD, for wheat, and for wine, and for oil, and for the young of the flock and of the herd: and their soul shall be as a watered garden; and they shall not sorrow any more at all.
Historical Context
This prophecy was fulfilled when Cyrus allowed Jews to return (538 BC) and they rebuilt homes, replanted fields, and cultivated vineyards. Yet the fulfillment was partial—most Jews remained in dispersion, the land never fully recovered its former glory, and political subjugation continued. The fuller fulfillment awaits the new creation, where God's people will dwell securely in the land of promise forever (Revelation 21-22).
Questions for Reflection
- How should God's promises of future restoration affect how we respond to present difficulties and losses?
- What does the specific mention of ordinary life (houses, fields, vineyards) teach us about God's concern for the whole of human existence?
- In what ways does Jeremiah's field purchase model how we should live—investing in earthly responsibilities while awaiting heavenly promises?
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Analysis & Commentary
After completing the transaction and sealing the deed, Jeremiah explains the symbolic significance: 'Houses and fields and vineyards shall be possessed again in this land.' This declaration of hope comes at the darkest moment—Jerusalem besieged, defeat certain, exile imminent. Yet God promises restoration. The specific mention of houses, fields, and vineyards emphasizes normal life will resume: people will again live in homes, farm their land, and enjoy its produce.
This promise demonstrates that God's judgment, though severe, is not final. Exile would last seventy years (29:10), but it would end. The people would return; the land would be inhabited; life would continue. This establishes the principle that God's discipline of His children is always redemptive, never merely punitive. Hebrews 12:5-11 teaches that God disciplines us for our good, that we might share His holiness. The exile disciplined Israel to cure them of idolatry—and it succeeded.
For Christians, this promise assures us that present suffering is not God's final word. Though we experience trials, persecution, and the frustrations of living in a fallen world, God promises ultimate restoration. Romans 8:18 declares that present sufferings are not worth comparing with the glory to be revealed. Like Jeremiah's field purchase testified to coming restoration, our faithful endurance testifies to confidence in God's promises of new heavens and new earth.