King James Version

What Does Jeremiah 32:15 Mean?

Jeremiah 32:15 in the King James Version says “For thus saith the LORD of hosts, the God of Israel; Houses and fields and vineyards shall be possessed again in this la...” — study this verse from Jeremiah chapter 32 with commentary, cross-references, and original Hebrew word analysis.

“For thus saith the LORD of hosts, the God of Israel; Houses and fields and vineyards shall be possessed again in this land.”

Jeremiah 32:15 · KJV

Context

13

And I charged Baruch before them, saying,

14

Thus saith the LORD of hosts, the God of Israel; Take these evidences, this evidence of the purchase, both which is sealed, and this evidence which is open; and put them in an earthen vessel, that they may continue many days.

15

For thus saith the LORD of hosts, the God of Israel; Houses and fields and vineyards shall be possessed again in this land.

16

Now when I had delivered the evidence of the purchase unto Baruch the son of Neriah, I prayed unto the LORD, saying,

17

Ah Lord GOD! behold, thou hast made the heaven and the earth by thy great power and stretched out arm, and there is nothing too hard for thee: too: or, hid from thee

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Commentary

KJV Study 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.

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Historical & Cultural 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).

Reflection Questions

  1. How should God's promises of future restoration affect how we respond to present difficulties and losses?
  2. What does the specific mention of ordinary life (houses, fields, vineyards) teach us about God's concern for the whole of human existence?
  3. In what ways does Jeremiah's field purchase model how we should live—investing in earthly responsibilities while awaiting heavenly promises?

Original Language Analysis

Hebrew · 14 words
כִּ֣י1 of 14
H3588

(by implication) very widely used as a relative conjunction or adverb (as below); often largely modified by other particles annexed

כֹ֥ה2 of 14
H3541

properly, like this, i.e., by implication, (of manner) thus (or so); also (of place) here (or hither); or (of time) now

אָמַ֛ר3 of 14

“For thus saith”

H559

to say (used with great latitude)

יְהוָ֥ה4 of 14

“the LORD”

H3068

(the) self-existent or eternal; jeho-vah, jewish national name of god

צְבָא֖וֹת5 of 14

“of hosts”

H6635

a mass of persons (or figuratively, things), especially reg. organized for war (an army); by implication, a campaign, literally or figuratively (speci

אֱלֹהֵ֣י6 of 14

“the God”

H430

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

יִשְׂרָאֵ֑ל7 of 14

“of Israel”

H3478

he will rule as god; jisral, a symbolical name of jacob; also (typically) of his posterity

ע֣וֹד8 of 14
H5750

properly, iteration or continuance; used only adverbially (with or without preposition), again, repeatedly, still, more

יִקָּנ֥וּ9 of 14

“shall be possessed again”

H7069

to erect, i.e., create; by extension, to procure, especially by purchase (causatively, sell); by implication to own

בָתִּ֛ים10 of 14

“Houses”

H1004

a house (in the greatest variation of applications, especially family, etc.)

וְשָׂד֥וֹת11 of 14

“and fields”

H7704

a field (as flat)

וּכְרָמִ֖ים12 of 14

“and vineyards”

H3754

a garden or vineyard

בָּאָ֥רֶץ13 of 14

“in this land”

H776

the earth (at large, or partitively a land)

הַזֹּֽאת׃14 of 14
H2063

this (often used adverb)

Study Guide

Historical Context

This verse is found in the book of Jeremiah. Understanding the historical and cultural background helps illuminate its meaning for the original audience and for us today.

Theological Significance

Jeremiah 32:15 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.

Cross-References

Verses related to Jeremiah 32:15 from Treasury of Scripture Knowledge

Amos 9:14-15Zechariah 3:10Jeremiah 30:18Jeremiah 32:43-44Jeremiah 31:5Jeremiah 31:12

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