So I took the purchase deed, both that which was sealed according to the law and custom, and that which was open;
Parallel translations
- WEB So I took the deed of the purchase, both that which was sealed, containing the terms and conditions, and that which was open;
- KJV So I took the evidence of the purchase, both that which was sealed according to the law and custom, and that which was open:
- BSB Then I took the deed of purchase—the sealed copy with its terms and conditions, as well as the open copy—
- NASB Then I took the deeds of purchase, both the sealed copy containing the terms and conditions and the open copy;
- NLT Then I took the sealed deed and an unsealed copy of the deed, which contained the terms and conditions of the purchase,
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Quick answer
Jeremiah took both copies of the purchase deed, the sealed one with the terms and the open one. It shows the proper preservation of legal proof of ownership.
Overview
Ancient deeds were often made in two parts: a sealed copy for safekeeping and an open copy for reference. Jeremiah's handling of both reflects sound legal practice ensuring the title's permanence. The careful preservation of the documents points to the durability of the hope they represent, a future return to the land secured by God's faithful word.
Cross-references & the web
Cross-references · 3
- Luke 2:27He came in the Spirit into the temple. When the parents brought in the child, Jesus, that they might do concerning him according to the custom of the law,
- 1 Cor 11:16But if any man seems to be contentious, we have no such custom, neither do God’s assemblies.
- Acts 26:3especially because you are expert in all customs and questions which are among the Jews. Therefore I beg you to hear me patiently.
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