Jeremiah 26:22
Jeremiah 26:22 in Multiple Translations
Then King Jehoiakim sent men to Egypt: Elnathan son of Achbor along with some other men.
And Jehoiakim the king sent men into Egypt, namely, Elnathan the son of Achbor, and certain men with him into Egypt.
And Jehoiakim the king sent men into Egypt, namely, Elnathan the son of Achbor, and certain men with him, into Egypt;
And Jehoiakim the king sent Elnathan, the son of Achbor, and certain men with him, into Egypt.
But King Jehoiakim sent Elnathan, son of Achbor, along with some others.
Then Iehoiakim the King sent men into Egypt, euen Elnathan the sonne of Achbor, and certaine with him into Egypt.
And the king Jehoiakim sendeth men to Egypt — Elnathan son of Achbor, and men with him unto Egypt —
Then Jehoiakim the king sent Elnathan the son of Achbor and certain men with him into Egypt.
And Jehoiakim the king sent men into Egypt, namely , Elnathan the son of Achbor, and certain men with him into Egypt.
And king Joakim sent men into Egypt, Elnathan the son of Achobor, and men with him into Egypt.
Then King Jehoiakim sent Elnathan the son of Acbor along with several other men to Egypt.
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Jeremiah 26:22 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יִּשְׁלַ֞ח
הַ/מֶּ֧לֶךְ
יְהוֹיָקִ֛ים
אֲנָשִׁ֖ים
מִצְרָ֑יִם
אֵ֣ת
אֶלְנָתָ֧ן
בֶּן
עַכְבּ֛וֹר
וַ/אֲנָשִׁ֥ים
אִתּ֖/וֹ
אֶל
מִצְרָֽיִם
וַ/יִּשְׁלַ֞ח
shâlach
H7971
to send
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
הַ/מֶּ֧לֶךְ
melek
H4428
King's
Art | N-ms
יְהוֹיָקִ֛ים
Yᵉhôwyâqîym
H3079
Jehoiakim
N-proper
אֲנָשִׁ֖ים
ʼîysh
H376
man
N-mp
מִצְרָ֑יִם
Mitsrayim
H4714
Egypt
N-proper
אֵ֣ת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
אֶלְנָתָ֧ן
ʼElnâthân
H494
Elnathan
N-proper
בֶּן
bên
H1121
son
N-ms
עַכְבּ֛וֹר
ʻAkbôwr
H5907
Achbor
N-proper
וַ/אֲנָשִׁ֥ים
ʼîysh
H376
man
Conj | N-mp
אִתּ֖/וֹ
ʼêth
H854
with
Prep | Suff
אֶל
ʼêl
H413
to(wards)
Prep
מִצְרָֽיִם
Mitsrayim
H4714
Egypt
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Jeremiah 26:22
וַ/יִּשְׁלַ֞ח
shâlach
H7971
"to send"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
To send or depart is the meaning of this Hebrew word, which has various applications in the Bible. It can describe sending someone or something away, or letting something go.
Definition: : depart/send 1) to send, send away, let go, stretch out 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to send 1a2) to stretch out, extend, direct 1a3) to send away 1a4) to let loose 1b) (Niphal) to be sent 1c) (Piel) 1c1) to send off or away or out or forth, dismiss, give over, cast out 1c2) to let go, set free 1c3) to shoot forth (of branches) 1c4) to let down 1c5) to shoot 1d) (Pual) to be sent off, be put away, be divorced, be impelled 1e) (Hiphil) to send
Usage: Occurs in 790 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] any wise, appoint, bring (on the way), cast (away, out), conduct, [idiom] earnestly, forsake, give (up), grow long, lay, leave, let depart (down, go, loose), push away, put (away, forth, in, out), reach forth, send (away, forth, out), set, shoot (forth, out), sow, spread, stretch forth (out). See also: Genesis 3:22; Exodus 9:27; Joshua 14:11.
הַ/מֶּ֧לֶךְ
melek
H4428
"King's"
Art | N-ms
This word refers to a king or royal person, like King David or King Saul. It can also describe something related to a king, like the King's Valley in Genesis. The Bible often uses this word to talk about the rulers of Israel.
Definition: King's (Valley) (Gen.14.17)
Usage: Occurs in 1919 OT verses. KJV: king, royal. See also: Genesis 14:1; Joshua 10:39; 1 Samuel 16:1.
יְהוֹיָקִ֛ים
Yᵉhôwyâqîym
H3079
"Jehoiakim"
N-proper
Jehoiakim means Jehovah raises up, and was a king of Judah, son of Josiah, who is mentioned in 2 Kings 23:34 and Jeremiah 27:1.
Definition: A king of the tribe of Judah living at the time of Divided Monarchy, first mentioned at 2Ki.23.34; son of: Josiah (H2977) and Zebidah (H2080); half-brother of: Jehoahaz (H3059H), Zedekiah (H6667H) and Shallum (H7967J); married to Nehushta (H5179); father of: Jehoiachin (H3078); also called Zedekiah at Jer.27.1; Eliakim at 2Ki.23.34; 1x Also named: el.ya.qim (אֶלְיָקִים "Eliakim" H0471I) § Jehoiakim = "Jehovah raises up" son of Josiah and the third from the last king of Judah; subject vassel of Nebuchadnezzar who reigned for 11 years before he died a violent death either in combat or by the hands of his own subjects
Usage: Occurs in 37 OT verses. KJV: Jehoiakim. Compare H3113 (יוֹיָקִים). See also: 2 Kings 23:34; Jeremiah 26:21; Jeremiah 1:3.
אֲנָשִׁ֖ים
ʼîysh
H376
"man"
N-mp
The Hebrew word for man, referring to a male person or individual, is used in the Bible to describe humans in contrast to God or animals, as seen in Genesis and Psalms. It can also mean husband or servant. In the KJV, it is translated as man or male.
Definition: : man 1) man 1a) man, male (in contrast to woman, female) 1b) husband 1c) human being, person (in contrast to God) 1d) servant 1e) mankind 1f) champion 1g) great man 2) whosoever 3) each (adjective)
Usage: Occurs in 1851 OT verses. KJV: also, another, any (man), a certain, [phrase] champion, consent, each, every (one), fellow, (foot-, husband-) man, (good-, great, mighty) man, he, high (degree), him (that is), husband, man(-kind), [phrase] none, one, people, person, [phrase] steward, what (man) soever, whoso(-ever), worthy. Compare H802 (אִשָּׁה). See also: Genesis 2:23; Genesis 42:25; Exodus 32:23.
מִצְרָ֑יִם
Mitsrayim
H4714
"Egypt"
N-proper
This word means Egypt, a country in northeastern Africa, and is used in the Bible to describe the land and its people. It appears in books like Genesis and Isaiah, often referring to the Nile River and the Egyptians. Egypt is an important setting for many biblical events.
Definition: § Egypt = "land of the Copts" a country at the northeastern section of Africa, adjacent to Palestine, and through which the Nile flows Egyptians = "double straits" adj 2) the inhabitants or natives of Egypt
Usage: Occurs in 569 OT verses. KJV: Egypt, Egyptians, Mizraim. See also: Genesis 10:6; Exodus 6:13; Exodus 34:18.
אֵ֣ת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
אֶלְנָתָ֧ן
ʼElnâthân
H494
"Elnathan"
N-proper
Elnathan was a common name in the Old Testament, meaning God has given, and was borne by several Israelites, including a military commander under King Jehoiakim.
Definition: A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, first mentioned at Jer.26.22; son of: Achbor (H5907H) § Elnathan = "God has given" 1) king Jehoiachin's maternal grandfather 2) three chief men in Ezra's time 3) son of Achbor, a military commander under Jehoiakim
Usage: Occurs in 5 OT verses. KJV: Elnathan. See also: 2 Kings 24:8; Jeremiah 26:22; Jeremiah 36:12.
בֶּן
bên
H1121
"son"
N-ms
In the Bible, this word means a son or descendant, and can also refer to a grandson, nation, or quality. It appears in 1 Chronicles 24, describing a Levite named Beno. The word is used to show family relationships and inheritance.
Definition: : child/son
Usage: Occurs in 3653 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] afflicted, age, (Ahoh-) (Ammon-) (Hachmon-) (Lev-) ite, (anoint-) ed one, appointed to, ([phrase]) arrow, (Assyr-) (Babylon-) (Egypt-) (Grec-) ian, one born, bough, branch, breed, [phrase] (young) bullock, [phrase] (young) calf, [idiom] came up in, child, colt, [idiom] common, [idiom] corn, daughter, [idiom] of first, [phrase] firstborn, foal, [phrase] very fruitful, [phrase] postage, [idiom] in, [phrase] kid, [phrase] lamb, ([phrase]) man, meet, [phrase] mighty, [phrase] nephew, old, ([phrase]) people, [phrase] rebel, [phrase] robber, [idiom] servant born, [idiom] soldier, son, [phrase] spark, [phrase] steward, [phrase] stranger, [idiom] surely, them of, [phrase] tumultuous one, [phrase] valiant(-est), whelp, worthy, young (one), youth. See also: Genesis 3:16; Genesis 23:3; Genesis 34:18.
עַכְבּ֛וֹר
ʻAkbôwr
H5907
"Achbor"
N-proper
Achbor was the name of several men in the Bible, including a son of Micaiah and a father of Elnathan, who lived during the time of King Josiah of Judah. The name means mouse and is mentioned in 2 Kings 22:12 and 2 Chronicles 34:20.
Definition: A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, first mentioned at 2Ki.22.12; son of: Micaiah (H4320); father of: Elnathan (H0494K); also called Abdon at 2Ch.34.20; Also named: av.don (עַבְדּוֹן "Abdon" H5658K) § Achbor = "mouse" 1) father of king Baal-hanan of Edom 2) son of Michaiah and contemporary of king Josiah of Judah
Usage: Occurs in 7 OT verses. KJV: Achbor. See also: Genesis 36:38; 2 Kings 22:14; Jeremiah 26:22.
וַ/אֲנָשִׁ֥ים
ʼîysh
H376
"man"
Conj | N-mp
The Hebrew word for man, referring to a male person or individual, is used in the Bible to describe humans in contrast to God or animals, as seen in Genesis and Psalms. It can also mean husband or servant. In the KJV, it is translated as man or male.
Definition: : man 1) man 1a) man, male (in contrast to woman, female) 1b) husband 1c) human being, person (in contrast to God) 1d) servant 1e) mankind 1f) champion 1g) great man 2) whosoever 3) each (adjective)
Usage: Occurs in 1851 OT verses. KJV: also, another, any (man), a certain, [phrase] champion, consent, each, every (one), fellow, (foot-, husband-) man, (good-, great, mighty) man, he, high (degree), him (that is), husband, man(-kind), [phrase] none, one, people, person, [phrase] steward, what (man) soever, whoso(-ever), worthy. Compare H802 (אִשָּׁה). See also: Genesis 2:23; Genesis 42:25; Exodus 32:23.
אִתּ֖/וֹ
ʼêth
H854
"with"
Prep | Suff
This Hebrew preposition means 'with' or 'near', indicating a close relationship or physical proximity. It's used in Genesis 1:26 to describe God's relationship with humanity, and in many other places to show connection or closeness.
Definition: 1) with, near, together with 1a) with, together with 1b) with (of relationship) 1c) near (of place) 1d) with (poss.) 1e) from...with, from (with other prep)
Usage: Occurs in 787 OT verses. KJV: against, among, before, by, for, from, in(-to), (out) of, with. Often with another prepositional prefix. See also: Genesis 4:1; Genesis 42:32; Numbers 1:5.
אֶל
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.
מִצְרָֽיִם
Mitsrayim
H4714
"Egypt"
N-proper
This word means Egypt, a country in northeastern Africa, and is used in the Bible to describe the land and its people. It appears in books like Genesis and Isaiah, often referring to the Nile River and the Egyptians. Egypt is an important setting for many biblical events.
Definition: § Egypt = "land of the Copts" a country at the northeastern section of Africa, adjacent to Palestine, and through which the Nile flows Egyptians = "double straits" adj 2) the inhabitants or natives of Egypt
Usage: Occurs in 569 OT verses. KJV: Egypt, Egyptians, Mizraim. See also: Genesis 10:6; Exodus 6:13; Exodus 34:18.
Study Notes — Jeremiah 26:22
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- Jeremiah 26:22 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Jeremiah 26:22
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Jeremiah 26:22
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Jeremiah 26:22
- Trapp's Commentary on Jeremiah 26:22
- Ellicott's Commentary on Jeremiah 26:22
- Cambridge Bible on Jeremiah 26:22
- Barnes' Notes on Jeremiah 26:22
- Whedon's Commentary on Jeremiah 26:22
- Sermons on Jeremiah 26:22
Context — The Prophet Uriah
20Now there was another man prophesying in the name of the LORD, Uriah son of Shemaiah from Kiriath-jearim. He prophesied against this city and against this land the same things that Jeremiah did.
21King Jehoiakim and all his mighty men and officials heard his words, and the king sought to put him to death. But when Uriah found out about it, he fled in fear and went to Egypt.
22Then King Jehoiakim sent men to Egypt: Elnathan son of Achbor along with some other men.
23They brought Uriah out of Egypt and took him to King Jehoiakim, who had him put to the sword and his body thrown into the burial place of the common people. 24Nevertheless, Ahikam son of Shaphan supported Jeremiah, so he was not handed over to the people to be put to death.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Jeremiah 36:12 | he went down to the scribe’s chamber in the king’s palace, where all the officials were sitting: Elishama the scribe, Delaiah son of Shemaiah, Elnathan son of Achbor, Gemariah son of Shaphan, Zedekiah son of Hananiah, and all the other officials. |
| 2 | 2 Kings 22:12 | and commanded Hilkiah the priest, Ahikam son of Shaphan, Achbor son of Micaiah, Shaphan the scribe, and Asaiah the servant of the king: |
| 3 | 2 Kings 22:14 | So Hilkiah the priest, Ahikam, Achbor, Shaphan, and Asaiah went and spoke to Huldah the prophetess, the wife of Shallum son of Tikvah, the son of Harhas, the keeper of the wardrobe. She lived in Jerusalem, in the Second District. |
| 4 | Jeremiah 36:25 | Even though Elnathan, Delaiah, and Gemariah urged the king not to burn the scroll, he would not listen to them. |
| 5 | Proverbs 29:12 | If a ruler listens to lies, all his officials will be wicked. |
| 6 | Psalms 12:8 | The wicked wander freely, and vileness is exalted among men. |
Jeremiah 26:22 Summary
[This verse tells us that King Jehoiakim sent some men, including Elnathan son of Achbor, to Egypt to bring back a prophet named Uriah who had fled there for safety, as mentioned in Jeremiah 26:21. The king wanted to capture Uriah because he had been speaking out against him, similar to how the prophet Jeremiah had been speaking out against the king's actions (Jeremiah 26:1-6). This shows us that King Jehoiakim was not interested in listening to God's message, but instead wanted to silence those who were speaking the truth. We can learn from this by being careful not to reject or ignore God's Word in our own lives, but instead to listen and respond to it with humility and obedience, as encouraged in James 1:22.]
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did King Jehoiakim send men to Egypt?
King Jehoiakim sent men to Egypt to capture Uriah, a prophet who had fled there after hearing about the king's plan to kill him, as seen in Jeremiah 26:21. This was an attempt to silence Uriah and prevent him from continuing to prophesy against the king.
Who was Elnathan son of Achbor?
Elnathan son of Achbor was one of the men sent by King Jehoiakim to Egypt to bring back Uriah, as stated in Jeremiah 26:22. Although not much is known about him, his role in this event highlights the king's determination to capture Uriah.
What can we learn from King Jehoiakim's actions in this verse?
King Jehoiakim's actions demonstrate his rejection of God's message and his desire to silence those who speak the truth, similar to the response of the religious leaders to Jesus in the New Testament, as seen in Matthew 27:1-2. This serves as a warning to us about the dangers of rejecting God's Word and persecuting His messengers.
How does this verse relate to the rest of Jeremiah 26?
This verse is part of a larger narrative about the prophet Jeremiah's ministry and the response of the people and leaders to his message, as seen in Jeremiah 26:1-24. It highlights the king's opposition to God's prophets and sets the stage for the events that follow in the chapter.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that we, like King Jehoiakim, might try to silence or avoid the truth of God's Word in our own lives?
- How can we, like Ahikam son of Shaphan, support and protect those who are speaking the truth, even if it's unpopular or difficult?
- What are some areas in our lives where we might be tempted to reject or persecute those who are sharing God's message with us?
- How can we cultivate a heart that is receptive to God's Word and responsive to His messengers, rather than resistant and oppositional?
Gill's Exposition on Jeremiah 26:22
And Jehoiakim sent men into Egypt,.... To seek for him; and to require the delivery of him upon being found: [namely], Elnathan the son of Achbor; the father of this man very probably is the same we
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Jeremiah 26:22
And Jehoiakim the king sent men into Egypt, namely, Elnathan the son of Achbor, and certain men with him into Egypt. Jehoiakim the king sent men into Egypt. He had been put on the throne by Pharaoh of Egypt (2 Kings 23:34).
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Jeremiah 26:22
The innocent prophet considered not the king of Judah’ s alliance with the king of Egypt, (obliging him upon demand to deliver up any of his subjects who, being charged with capital crimes, should flee into his country for sanctuary,) and fled thither; but the king sent after him one of his great men, with some others to his assistance.
Trapp's Commentary on Jeremiah 26:22
Jeremiah 26:22 And Jehoiakim the king sent men into Egypt, [namely], Elnathan the son of Achbor, and [certain] men with him into Egypt.Ver. 22. And Jehoiakim sent men into Egypt.] Where he might have anything, for he was Pharaoh’ s feudatory and vassal.
Ellicott's Commentary on Jeremiah 26:22
(22) And Jehoiakim the king sent men into Egypt.—It will be remembered that the king had been appointed by Pharaoh-necho, and rested therefore on his alliance. Elnathan, the envoy employed on this mission, was the king’s father-in-law (2 Kings 24:8). His father, Achbor, had taken a prominent part, together with Shaphan, the father of Ahikam, in the work of reformation under Josiah, and was sent by the king to the prophetess Huldah (2 Kings 22:12). Elnathan appears again in the list of princes in Jeremiah 36:12 as favourable to Jeremiah.
Cambridge Bible on Jeremiah 26:22
22. Elnathan … into Egypt] omitted by LXX and perhaps a gloss. Gi. points out that what we read of him in Jeremiah 36:12; Jeremiah 36:25 would make such an act as this on his part unlikely. On the other hand it is difficult for this very reason to understand his name being inserted here by a copyist. If he is to be identified with the E. mentioned in 2 Kings 24:8, he was father-in-law to Jehoiakim.
Barnes' Notes on Jeremiah 26:22
Elnathan - Possibly the king’s father-in-law 2 Kings 24:8.
Whedon's Commentary on Jeremiah 26:22
22. Sent men into Egypt — Jehoiakim was in close alliance with the king of Egypt, having been placed on his throne by him; hence the facility with which he seemed to recover a man who sought asylum there.
Sermons on Jeremiah 26:22
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The Destiny of Man by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of understanding and fulfilling our destiny as Christians. He explains that our destiny is to live for the glory and honor of |
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When the Wicked Man Rules by Shane Idleman | This sermon emphasizes the importance of the gospel permeating every area of our lives, including political engagement. It highlights the need for the church to address critical is |
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America We Are Sinking One Step at a Time by Shane Idleman | Shane Idleman delivers a powerful sermon addressing the moral decay and spiritual decline in America, emphasizing the importance of honoring those who sacrificed for our freedoms a |
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An Urgent Memorial Day Wake-Up Call by Shane Idleman | Shane Idleman delivers a powerful sermon on the moral decay and spiritual decline in America, emphasizing the importance of remembering the sacrifices made for freedom and the cons |
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