Jeremiah 43:8
Jeremiah 43:8 in Multiple Translations
Then the word of the LORD came to Jeremiah at Tahpanhes:
¶ Then came the word of the LORD unto Jeremiah in Tahpanhes, saying,
Then came the word of Jehovah unto Jeremiah in Tahpanhes, saying,
Then the word of the Lord came to Jeremiah in Tahpanhes, saying,
A message from Lord came to Jeremiah at Tahpanhes:
Then came the worde of the Lord vnto Ieremiah in Tahpanhes, saying,
And there is a word of Jehovah unto Jeremiah in Tahpanhes, saying,
Then the LORD’s word came to Jeremiah in Tahpanhes, saying,
Then came the word of the LORD to Jeremiah in Tahpanhes, saying,
And the word of the Lord came to Jeremias in Taphnis, saying:
While we were at Tahpenes, Yahweh gave me another message. He said,
Berean Amplified Bible — Jeremiah 43:8
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Jeremiah 43:8 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יְהִ֤י
דְבַר
יְהוָה֙
אֶֽל
יִרְמְיָ֔הוּ
בְּ/תַחְפַּנְחֵ֖ס
לֵ/אמֹֽר
וַ/יְהִ֤י
hâyâh
H1961
to be
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
דְבַר
dâbâr
H1697
Chronicles
N-ms
יְהוָה֙
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
N-proper
אֶֽל
ʼêl
H413
to(wards)
Prep
יִרְמְיָ֔הוּ
Yirmᵉyâh
H3414
Jeremiah
N-proper
בְּ/תַחְפַּנְחֵ֖ס
Tachpanchêç
H8471
Tahpanhes
Prep | N-proper
לֵ/אמֹֽר
ʼâmar
H559
to say
Prep | V-Qal-Inf-a
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Hebrew Word Reference — Jeremiah 43:8
וַ/יְהִ֤י
hâyâh
H1961
"to be"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
The Hebrew word for to be means to exist or come into being. It is used to describe something that happens or comes to pass, like in Genesis where God creates the world.
Definition: 1) to be, become, come to pass, exist, happen, fall out 1a) (Qal) 1a1) --- 1a1a) to happen, fall out, occur, take place, come about, come to pass 1a1b) to come about, come to pass 1a2) to come into being, become 1a2a) to arise, appear, come 1a2b) to become 1a2b1) to become 1a2b2) to become like 1a2b3) to be instituted, be established 1a3) to be 1a3a) to exist, be in existence 1a3b) to abide, remain, continue (with word of place or time) 1a3c) to stand, lie, be in, be at, be situated (with word of locality) 1a3d) to accompany, be with 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to occur, come to pass, be done, be brought about 1b2) to be done, be finished, be gone
Usage: Occurs in 3131 OT verses. KJV: beacon, [idiom] altogether, be(-come), accomplished, committed, like), break, cause, come (to pass), do, faint, fall, [phrase] follow, happen, [idiom] have, last, pertain, quit (one-) self, require, [idiom] use. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 17:4; Genesis 36:11.
דְבַר
dâbâr
H1697
"Chronicles"
N-ms
A word or thing, like a matter or affair, as seen in the book of Chronicles where it refers to the events and words of kings. It can also mean a cause or reason for something.
Definition: This name means word, speaking
Usage: Occurs in 1290 OT verses. KJV: act, advice, affair, answer, [idiom] any such (thing), because of, book, business, care, case, cause, certain rate, [phrase] chronicles, commandment, [idiom] commune(-ication), [phrase] concern(-ing), [phrase] confer, counsel, [phrase] dearth, decree, deed, [idiom] disease, due, duty, effect, [phrase] eloquent, errand, (evil favoured-) ness, [phrase] glory, [phrase] harm, hurt, [phrase] iniquity, [phrase] judgment, language, [phrase] lying, manner, matter, message, (no) thing, oracle, [idiom] ought, [idiom] parts, [phrase] pertaining, [phrase] please, portion, [phrase] power, promise, provision, purpose, question, rate, reason, report, request, [idiom] (as hast) said, sake, saying, sentence, [phrase] sign, [phrase] so, some (uncleanness), somewhat to say, [phrase] song, speech, [idiom] spoken, talk, task, [phrase] that, [idiom] there done, thing (concerning), thought, [phrase] thus, tidings, what(-soever), [phrase] wherewith, which, word, work. See also: Genesis 11:1; Exodus 23:8; Deuteronomy 18:21.
יְהוָה֙
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
"The Lord"
N-proper
Yehovah is another name for God, often translated as 'the Lord'. It is a national name for God in the Jewish faith. This name is used throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: Another name of ye.ru.sha.laim (יְרוּשָׁלִַ֫ם, יְרוּשְׁלֵם "Jerusalem" H3389)
Usage: Occurs in 5522 OT verses. KJV: Jehovah, the Lord. Compare H3050 (יָהּ), H3069 (יְהֹוִה). See also: Genesis 2:4; Genesis 24:42; Exodus 8:8.
אֶֽל
ʼêl
H413
"to(wards)"
Prep
This Hebrew word means 'to' or 'toward', showing direction or movement. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus, to indicate where someone is going. The KJV translates it in various ways, like 'about', 'according to', or 'against'.
Definition: 1) to, toward, unto (of motion) 2) into (limit is actually entered) 2a) in among 3) toward (of direction, not necessarily physical motion) 4) against (motion or direction of a hostile character) 5) in addition to, to 6) concerning, in regard to, in reference to, on account of 7) according to (rule or standard) 8) at, by, against (of one's presence) 9) in between, in within, to within, unto (idea of motion to)
Usage: Occurs in 4205 OT verses. KJV: about, according to, after, against, among, as for, at, because(-fore, -side), both...and, by, concerning, for, from, [idiom] hath, in(-to), near, (out) of, over, through, to(-ward), under, unto, upon, whether, with(-in). See also: Genesis 1:9; Genesis 21:14; Genesis 31:13.
יִרְמְיָ֔הוּ
Yirmᵉyâh
H3414
"Jeremiah"
N-proper
Jeremiah means whom Jehovah has appointed, a major prophet and author of the book of Jeremiah. He was the son of Hilkiah and a priest from Anathoth.
Definition: A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at Jer.35.3; son of: Habazziniah (H2262); father of: Jaazaniah (H2970) § Jeremiah = "whom Jehovah has appointed" 1) the major prophet, son of Hilkiah of the priestly family in Anathoth; author of the prophetic book bearing his name 2) a man of Libnah and father of Hamutal the wife of king Josiah 3) a Gadite who joined David at Ziklag 4) a Manassehite, one of the mighty men of valour of the Transjordanic half tribe of Manasseh 5) a Gadite and warrior of David 6) a warrior of David 7) a priest who joined Nehemiah in the covenant ceremony 8) a priest also in the time of Nehemiah; maybe same as 7 9) father of Jaazaniah the Rechabites
Usage: Occurs in 133 OT verses. KJV: Jeremiah. See also: 2 Kings 23:31; Jeremiah 36:4; Jeremiah 1:1.
בְּ/תַחְפַּנְחֵ֖ס
Tachpanchêç
H8471
"Tahpanhes"
Prep | N-proper
Tahpanhes was a city in Egypt, about 18 miles from Tanis, and its name means 'filled with pity'. It is mentioned in the Bible as a place where Jews lived during the time of the prophets. The city is now known as Tel Defenneh.
Definition: § Tahpanhes or Tahapanes or Tehaphnehes = "thou will fill hands with pity" a city in Egypt; modern 'Tel Defenneh' or 'Tel Defneh' located approx 18 miles (29 km) east southeast from Tanis
Usage: Occurs in 7 OT verses. KJV: Tahapanes, Tahpanhes, Tehaphnehes. See also: Jeremiah 2:16; Jeremiah 43:9; Jeremiah 43:7.
לֵ/אמֹֽר
ʼâmar
H559
"to say"
Prep | V-Qal-Inf-a
This Hebrew word means to say or speak, and it's used in many different ways in the Bible. It can mean to command, promise, or think, and it's translated in the KJV as 'answer', 'appoint', or 'command'.
Definition: 1) to say, speak, utter 1a) (Qal) to say, to answer, to say in one's heart, to think, to command, to promise, to intend 1b) (Niphal) to be told, to be said, to be called 1c) (Hithpael) to boast, to act proudly 1d) (Hiphil) to avow, to avouch Aramaic equivalent: a.mar (אֲמַר "to say" H0560)
Usage: Occurs in 4337 OT verses. KJV: answer, appoint, avouch, bid, boast self, call, certify, challenge, charge, [phrase] (at the, give) command(-ment), commune, consider, declare, demand, [idiom] desire, determine, [idiom] expressly, [idiom] indeed, [idiom] intend, name, [idiom] plainly, promise, publish, report, require, say, speak (against, of), [idiom] still, [idiom] suppose, talk, tell, term, [idiom] that is, [idiom] think, use (speech), utter, [idiom] verily, [idiom] yet. See also: Genesis 1:3; Genesis 18:23; Genesis 25:32.
Study Notes — Jeremiah 43:8
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Context — Jeremiah Taken to Egypt
6the men, the women, the children, the king’s daughters, and everyone whom Nebuzaradan captain of the guard had allowed to remain with Gedaliah son of Ahikam, the son of Shaphan, as well as Jeremiah the prophet and Baruch son of Neriah.
7So they entered the land of Egypt because they did not obey the voice of the LORD, and they went as far as Tahpanhes.
8Then the word of the LORD came to Jeremiah at Tahpanhes:
9“In the sight of the Jews, pick up some large stones and bury them in the clay of the brick pavement at the entrance to Pharaoh’s palace at Tahpanhes. 10Then tell them that this is what the LORD of Hosts, the God of Israel, says: ‘I will send for My servant Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon, and I will set his throne over these stones that I have embedded, and he will spread his royal pavilion over them.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Jeremiah 2:16 | The men of Memphis and Tahpanhes have shaved the crown of your head. |
| 2 | Psalms 139:7 | Where can I go to escape Your Spirit? Where can I flee from Your presence? |
| 3 | 2 Timothy 2:9 | for which I suffer to the extent of being chained like a criminal. But the word of God cannot be chained! |
Jeremiah 43:8 Summary
This verse tells us that God spoke to Jeremiah in a place called Tahpanhes, where the Jews had gone against God's will. It shows us that even when we disobey God, He still loves us and wants to guide us, as seen in Jeremiah 31:3 and Romans 8:38-39. God's word came to Jeremiah to give him a message to share with the people, and it's a reminder that God is always speaking to us and guiding us, if we will only listen. We can learn from this verse the importance of listening to God's voice and obeying His commands, as seen in Deuteronomy 11:1 and Matthew 22:37-40.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did the word of the Lord come to Jeremiah at Tahpanhes?
The word of the Lord came to Jeremiah at Tahpanhes because the people had disobeyed God's command to stay in Judah, and He wanted to give them further instruction and warning, as seen in Jeremiah 43:7 and Deuteronomy 28:1-2.
What is the significance of Tahpanhes in the Bible?
Tahpanhes was a city in Egypt where the Jews had fled against God's will, and it became a place of judgment and warning for them, as mentioned in Jeremiah 43:7-13 and Ezekiel 30:18.
How did Jeremiah receive the word of the Lord?
The Bible does not specify exactly how Jeremiah received the word of the Lord, but it is likely that he received it through a vision, dream, or direct voice, as seen in other instances in the Bible, such as Isaiah 6:1-5 and Jeremiah 1:4-10.
What can we learn from Jeremiah's experience at Tahpanhes?
We can learn the importance of obedience to God's commands and the consequences of disobedience, as seen in Jeremiah 43:8 and Romans 6:16, and we can also learn about God's faithfulness and love in continuing to speak to and guide His people even in their rebellion.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I am disobeying God's will, and what are the potential consequences of my actions?
- How can I be more attentive to God's voice and guidance in my life, and what role does obedience play in my relationship with Him?
- What are some ways that God has spoken to me in the past, and how have I responded to His guidance?
- How can I apply the lessons from Jeremiah's experience at Tahpanhes to my own life and circumstances, and what changes do I need to make to be more obedient to God's will?
Gill's Exposition on Jeremiah 43:8
Then came the word of the Lord to Jeremiah, at Tahpanhes,.... Where he was with the rest the captains carried thither with them; and as soon as he and they had got here, the word of the Lord came
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Jeremiah 43:8
Then came the word of the LORD unto Jeremiah in Tahpanhes, saying, No JFB commentary on this verse.
Trapp's Commentary on Jeremiah 43:8
Jeremiah 43:8 Then came the word of the LORD unto Jeremiah in Tahpanhes, saying,Ver. 8. Then came the word of the Lord unto Jeremiah in Tahpanhes, saying.] And although many more words besides came to him while he was there, and many remarkable passages happened, yet the Holy Ghost has recorded no more thereof than what we find in this and the next chapter.
Cambridge Bible on Jeremiah 43:8
8. in Tahpanhes] The exiles would be compelled to halt at this frontier-fortress (now Tell Defneh) in order to secure permission to sojourn in the country, and obtain if possible such recognition from the king as would help to supply them with means of subsistence.
Barnes' Notes on Jeremiah 43:8
On arriving at the frontiers of Egypt, the captains would be compelled to halt in order to obtain the king’s permission to enter his country.
Sermons on Jeremiah 43:8
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Jeremiah 43 by Chuck Smith | Chuck Smith discusses the theme of returning to Egypt, emphasizing the spiritual degeneration that leads people to forget their history and the lessons learned from it. He highligh |
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Who Is the Holy Spirit and How Can We Know Him? by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the tragedy that has befallen the Church of Christ but offers hope for change. He suggests that this kind of preaching will either drive peo |
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Attributes of God (Series 1): God's Omnipresence and Immanence by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the speaker reflects on the distance between humanity and God. He shares a personal experience of praying with a friend on a hill, feeling both the darkness and the |
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The Ever Increasing Love of Jesus by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher shares a story about a 93-year-old woman who is consumed by revenge against her grandsons. He emphasizes that without Jesus, human love becomes sour an |
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The Gospel for Outcasts by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, Nicky Cruz, a former gang leader turned preacher, shares a powerful message about God's heart for outcasts. He uses three illustrations - a lost sheep, a lost coin, |
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The Fear of God - Part 4 by Jerry Bridges | In this sermon, the speaker begins with a far-fetched illustration of a Christian leader who contemplates going to a topless dancer performance to "experience all of life." However |
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(Divine Attributes) 06 the Immensity of God by Denny Kenaston | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of continually seeking a fresh revelation of God in our lives. He references the Apostle Paul, who considered everything else |