King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
For the LORD hath redeemed Jacob, and ransomed him from the hand of [him that was] stronger than he.
Complete Jewish Bible:
For ADONAI has ransomed Ya'akov, redeemed him from hands too strong for him.
Berean Standard Bible:
For the LORD has ransomed Jacob and redeemed him from the hand that had overpowered him.
American Standard Version:
For Jehovah hath ransomed Jacob, and redeemed him from the hand of him that was stronger than he.
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
For the LORD{H3068} hath redeemed{H6299} Jacob{H3290}, and ransomed{H1350} him from the hand{H3027} of him that was stronger{H2389} than he.
Cross-References (KJV):
Titus 2:14
- Who gave himself for us, that he might redeem us from all iniquity, and purify unto himself a peculiar people, zealous of good works.
Isaiah 44:23
- Sing, O ye heavens; for the LORD hath done [it]: shout, ye lower parts of the earth: break forth into singing, ye mountains, O forest, and every tree therein: for the LORD hath redeemed Jacob, and glorified himself in Israel.
Isaiah 48:20
- Go ye forth of Babylon, flee ye from the Chaldeans, with a voice of singing declare ye, tell this, utter it [even] to the end of the earth; say ye, The LORD hath redeemed his servant Jacob.
Psalms 142:6
- Attend unto my cry; for I am brought very low: deliver me from my persecutors; for they are stronger than I.
Jeremiah 15:21
- And I will deliver thee out of the hand of the wicked, and I will redeem thee out of the hand of the terrible.
Isaiah 49:24
- ¶ Shall the prey be taken from the mighty, or the lawful captive delivered?
Matthew 12:29
- Or else how can one enter into a strong man's house, and spoil his goods, except he first bind the strong man? and then he will spoil his house.
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Commentary for Jeremiah 31:11
Jeremiah 31:11 is a verse steeped in the themes of redemption and hope, set within the historical context of the Babylonian exile. The verse speaks to the Israelites, who are personified as Jacob, a common biblical reference to the nation of Israel. The Israelites had been conquered and taken into exile by the Babylonians, a nation stronger than they were, which led to a period of great distress and a sense of abandonment by God.
In this verse, the prophet Jeremiah delivers a message from the Lord, affirming that God has not forgotten His people. The term "redeemed" refers to God's act of buying back or rescuing His people from their captivity, signifying a release from bondage and a restoration of their relationship with Him. The word "ransomed" further emphasizes the idea of a payment or exchange to secure their freedom from the oppressive power of Babylon.
This verse is part of a larger section known as the "Book of Consolation," which promises the eventual restoration of Israel. It is a declaration of God's sovereignty, love, and faithfulness to His covenant with Israel, despite their past disobedience. Jeremiah 31:11 thus encapsulates the hope and reassurance that, in their darkest hour, God will intervene to save and restore His people, leading them back to their promised land and renewing their fortunes. This message would have been profoundly comforting to the exiled Israelites, and it continues to resonate as a testament to God's enduring commitment to His people throughout the ages.
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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- Strong's Number: H3068
There are 5521 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: יְהֹוָה
Transliteration: Yᵉhôvâh
Pronunciation: yeh-ho-vaw'
Description: from הָיָה; (the) self-Existent or Eternal; Jehovah, Jewish national name of God; Jehovah, the Lord. Compare יָהּ, יְהֹוִה. - Strong's Number: H6299
There are 48 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: פָּדָה
Transliteration: pâdâh
Pronunciation: paw-daw'
Description: a primitive root; to sever, i.e. ransom; gener. to release, preserve; [idiom] at all, deliver, [idiom] by any means, ransom, (that are to be, let be) redeem(-ed), rescue, [idiom] surely. - Strong's Number: H3290
There are 319 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: יַעֲקֹב
Transliteration: Yaʻăqôb
Pronunciation: yah-ak-obe'
Description: from עָקַב; heel-catcher (i.e. supplanter); Jaakob, the Israelitish patriarch; Jacob. - Strong's Number: H1350
There are 84 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: גָּאַל
Transliteration: gâʼal
Pronunciation: gaw-al'
Description: a primitive root, to redeem (according to the Oriental law of kinship), i.e.; to be the next of kin (and as such to buy back a relative's property, marry his widow, etc.); [idiom] in any wise, [idiom] at all, avenger, deliver, (do, perform the part of near, next) kinsfolk(-man), purchase, ransom, redeem(-er), revenger. - Strong's Number: H3027
There are 1447 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: יָד
Transliteration: yâd
Pronunciation: yawd
Description: a primitive word; in distinction from כַּף, the closed one); used (as noun, adverb, etc.) in a great variety of applications, both literally and figuratively, both proximate and remote (as follows); a hand (the open one (indicating power, means, direction, etc.),; ([phrase] be) able, [idiom] about, [phrase] armholes, at, axletree, because of, beside, border, [idiom] bounty, [phrase] broad, (broken-) handed, [idiom] by, charge, coast, [phrase] consecrate, [phrase] creditor, custody, debt, dominion, [idiom] enough, [phrase] fellowship, force, [idiom] from, hand(-staves, -y work), [idiom] he, himself, [idiom] in, labour, [phrase] large, ledge, (left-) handed, means, [idiom] mine, ministry, near, [idiom] of, [idiom] order, ordinance, [idiom] our, parts, pain, power, [idiom] presumptuously, service, side, sore, state, stay, draw with strength, stroke, [phrase] swear, terror, [idiom] thee, [idiom] by them, [idiom] themselves, [idiom] thine own, [idiom] thou, through, [idiom] throwing, [phrase] thumb, times, [idiom] to, [idiom] under, [idiom] us, [idiom] wait on, (way-) side, where, [phrase] wide, [idiom] with (him, me, you), work, [phrase] yield, [idiom] yourselves. - Strong's Number: H2389
There are 54 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: חָזָק
Transliteration: châzâq
Pronunciation: khaw-zawk'
Description: from חָזַק; strong (usu. in a bad sense, hard, bold, violent); harder, hottest, [phrase] impudent, loud, mighty, sore, stiff(-hearted), strong(-er).