Jeremiah 35:10 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

But we have dwelt in tents, and have obeyed, and done according to all that Jonadab our father commanded us.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

But we have lived in tents and have obeyed and done everything that our ancestor Jonadab commanded us.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

The Rechabites are explaining that they have faithfully followed their ancestor's instructions to live as nomads in tents rather than settling down.

📚 Historical Context

This verse is part of the Rechabites' response to Jeremiah when he tested their obedience by offering them wine. The Rechabites were descendants of Jonadab (also called Jehonadab), who had commanded his family to live as nomads, never drink wine, plant crops, or build houses. They had maintained this lifestyle for over 200 years as an act of faithfulness to their ancestor's covenant.

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