Jeremiah 35:6

Jeremiah 35:6 Meaning and Explanation

But they said, We will drink no wine: for Jonadab the son of Rechab our father commanded us, saying, Ye shall drink no wine, neither ye, nor your sons for ever:

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The Rechabites refuse the wine, citing their ancestor Jonadab's eternal command.

The Context of Jeremiah 35:6

The Rechabites refuse wine based on their ancestral covenant.

What Does Jeremiah 35:6 Mean?

The Rechabites immediately refuse, grounding their response in a covenant made by Jonadab generations before. Their commitment is not to a rule of the moment but to a covenant binding on all descendants forever.

They cite their father's command as binding authority—not as a preference or suggestion, but as a lasting obligation. This shows their understanding of covenant as a binding commitment across generations.

Jeremiah 35:6 in the Original Language

Jonadab (יְהוֹנָדָב) means 'the Lord is willing' or 'the Lord is generous,' marking him as a covenantal figure.

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What does Jeremiah 35:6 mean?

The Rechabites refuse the wine, citing their ancestor Jonadab's eternal command.

What is the context of Jeremiah 35:6?

The Rechabites refuse wine based on their ancestral covenant.

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