Jeremiah 29:2
Jeremiah 29:2 in Multiple Translations
(This was after King Jeconiah, the queen mother, the court officials, the officials of Judah and Jerusalem, the craftsmen, and the metalsmiths had been exiled from Jerusalem.)
(After that Jeconiah the king, and the queen, and the eunuchs, the princes of Judah and Jerusalem, and the carpenters, and the smiths, were departed from Jerusalem;)
(after that Jeconiah the king, and the queen-mother, and the eunuchs, and the princes of Judah and Jerusalem, and the craftsmen, and the smiths, were departed from Jerusalem),
(After Jeconiah the king and the queen-mother and the unsexed servants and the rulers of Judah and Jerusalem and the expert workmen and the metal-workers had gone away from Jerusalem;)
This was after King Jehoiachin, the queen mother, the court officials, the leaders of Judah and Jerusalem, the craftsmen, and the metals-workers had been exiled from Jerusalem.
(After that Ieconiah the King, and the Queene, and the eunuches, the princes of Iudah, and of Ierusalem, and the workemen, and cunning men were departed from Ierusalem)
After the going forth of Jeconiah the king, and the mistress, and the officers, heads of Judah and Jerusalem, and the artificer, and the smith, from Jerusalem —
(after Jeconiah the king, the queen mother, the eunuchs, the princes of Judah and Jerusalem, the craftsmen, and the smiths had departed from Jerusalem),
(After Jeconiah the king, and the queen, and the eunuchs, the princes of Judah and Jerusalem, and the carpenters, and the smiths, had departed from Jerusalem;)
After that Jechonias the king, and the queen, and the eunuchs, and the princes of Juda, and of Jerusalem, and the craftsman, and the engravers were departed out of Jerusalem:
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Study Notes — Jeremiah 29:2
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- Jeremiah 29:2 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Jeremiah 29:2
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Jeremiah 29:2
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Jeremiah 29:2
- Trapp's Commentary on Jeremiah 29:2
- Ellicott's Commentary on Jeremiah 29:2
- Cambridge Bible on Jeremiah 29:2
- Barnes' Notes on Jeremiah 29:2
- Whedon's Commentary on Jeremiah 29:2
- Sermons on Jeremiah 29:2
Context — Jeremiah’s Letter to the Exiles
2(This was after King Jeconiah, the queen mother, the court officials, the officials of Judah and Jerusalem, the craftsmen, and the metalsmiths had been exiled from Jerusalem.)
3The letter was entrusted to Elasah son of Shaphan and Gemariah son of Hilkiah, whom Zedekiah king of Judah sent to King Nebuchadnezzar in Babylon. It stated: 4This is what the LORD of Hosts, the God of Israel, says to all the exiles who were carried away from Jerusalem to Babylon:Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Jeremiah 22:24–28 | “As surely as I live,” declares the LORD, “even if you, Coniah son of Jehoiakim king of Judah, were a signet ring on My right hand, I would pull you off. In fact, I will hand you over to those you dread, who want to take your life—to Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon and to the Chaldeans. I will hurl you and the mother who gave you birth into another land, where neither of you were born—and there you both will die. You will never return to the land for which you long.” Is this man Coniah a despised and shattered pot, a jar that no one wants? Why are he and his descendants hurled out and cast into a land they do not know? |
| 2 | Jeremiah 27:20 | which Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon did not take when he carried Jeconiah son of Jehoiakim king of Judah into exile from Jerusalem to Babylon, along with all the nobles of Judah and Jerusalem. |
| 3 | 2 Chronicles 36:9–10 | Jehoiachin was eighteen years old when he became king, and he reigned in Jerusalem three months and ten days. And he did evil in the sight of the LORD. In the spring, King Nebuchadnezzar summoned Jehoiachin and brought him to Babylon, along with the articles of value from the house of the LORD. And he made Jehoiachin’s relative Zedekiah king over Judah and Jerusalem. |
| 4 | 2 Kings 24:12–16 | Jehoiachin king of Judah, his mother, his servants, his commanders, and his officials all surrendered to the king of Babylon. So in the eighth year of his reign, the king of Babylon took him captive. As the LORD had declared, Nebuchadnezzar also carried off all the treasures from the house of the LORD and the royal palace, and he cut into pieces all the gold articles that Solomon king of Israel had made in the temple of the LORD. He carried into exile all Jerusalem—all the commanders and mighty men of valor, all the craftsmen and metalsmiths—ten thousand captives in all. Only the poorest people of the land remained. Nebuchadnezzar carried away Jehoiachin to Babylon, as well as the king’s mother, his wives, his officials, and the leading men of the land. He took them into exile from Jerusalem to Babylon. The king of Babylon also brought into exile to Babylon all seven thousand men of valor and a thousand craftsmen and metalsmiths—all strong and fit for battle. |
| 5 | Jeremiah 24:1 | After Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon had carried away Jeconiah son of Jehoiakim king of Judah, as well as the officials of Judah and the craftsmen and metalsmiths from Jerusalem, and had brought them to Babylon, the LORD showed me two baskets of figs placed in front of the temple of the LORD. |
| 6 | Jeremiah 28:4 | And I will restore to this place Jeconiah son of Jehoiakim king of Judah, along with all the exiles from Judah who went to Babylon,’ declares the LORD, ‘for I will break the yoke of the king of Babylon.’” |
| 7 | Daniel 1:3–21 | Then the king ordered Ashpenaz, the chief of his court officials, to bring in some Israelites from the royal family and the nobility— young men without blemish, handsome, gifted in all wisdom, knowledgeable, quick to understand, and qualified to serve in the king’s palace—and to teach them the language and literature of the Chaldeans. The king assigned them daily provisions of the royal food and wine. They were to be trained for three years, after which they were to enter the king’s service. Among these young men were some from Judah: Daniel, Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah. The chief official gave them new names: To Daniel he gave the name Belteshazzar; to Hananiah, Shadrach; to Mishael, Meshach; and to Azariah, Abednego. But Daniel made up his mind that he would not defile himself with the king’s food or wine. So he asked the chief official for permission not to defile himself. Now God had granted Daniel favor and compassion from the chief official, but he said to Daniel, “I fear my lord the king, who has assigned your food and drink. For why should he see your faces looking thinner than those of the other young men your age? You would endanger my head before the king!” Then Daniel said to the steward whom the chief official had appointed over Daniel, Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah, “Please test your servants for ten days. Let us be given only vegetables to eat and water to drink. Then compare our appearances with those of the young men who are eating the royal food, and deal with your servants according to what you see.” So he consented to this and tested them for ten days. And at the end of ten days, they looked healthier and better nourished than all the young men who were eating the king’s food. So the steward continued to withhold their choice food and the wine they were to drink, and he gave them vegetables instead. To these four young men God gave knowledge and understanding in every kind of literature and wisdom. And Daniel had insight into all kinds of visions and dreams. Now at the end of the time specified by the king, the chief official presented them to Nebuchadnezzar. And the king spoke with them, and among all the young men he found no one equal to Daniel, Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah. So they entered the king’s service. In every matter of wisdom and understanding about which the king consulted them, he found them ten times better than all the magicians and enchanters in his entire kingdom. And Daniel remained there until the first year of King Cyrus. |
| 8 | 2 Kings 20:18 | And some of your descendants, your own flesh and blood, will be taken away to be eunuchs in the palace of the king of Babylon.” |
| 9 | 2 Kings 9:32 | He looked up at the window and called out, “Who is on my side? Who?” And two or three eunuchs looked down at him. |
Jeremiah 29:2 Summary
Jeremiah 29:2 tells us about a group of important people, including King Jeconiah and the queen mother, who were taken away from Jerusalem by the Babylonians. This event was a significant part of God's plan to judge and refine His people, as seen in Jeremiah 29:10 and Isaiah 48:10. Even in the midst of judgment, God remains faithful and has a plan to restore and redeem His people, as promised in Jeremiah 29:11 and Jeremiah 31:3. As we reflect on this verse, we can learn to trust in God's sovereignty and goodness, even when things seem uncertain or difficult, and look to Him for hope and encouragement, as encouraged in Psalm 46:1-3 and Romans 8:31-39.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was King Jeconiah and why is he mentioned in Jeremiah 29:2?
King Jeconiah, also known as Jehoiachin, was a king of Judah who was exiled to Babylon by King Nebuchadnezzar, as recorded in 2 Kings 24:8-17 and 2 Chronicles 36:9-10. His exile is significant because it marked the beginning of the Babylonian captivity, which is the context for Jeremiah's letter in Jeremiah 29:1-3.
What is the significance of the queen mother being exiled along with King Jeconiah?
The queen mother held a position of influence and respect in the royal court, as seen in 1 Kings 15:13 and 2 Kings 12:1. Her exile, along with the king and other officials, highlights the thoroughness of the Babylonian conquest and the devastation it brought to Judah's leadership and people.
Why are craftsmen and metalsmiths mentioned specifically in Jeremiah 29:2?
The craftsmen and metalsmiths were likely taken into exile because of their valuable skills, which the Babylonians could utilize for their own purposes, as seen in 2 Kings 24:14-16. This also deprived Judah of the people who could have helped rebuild and restore the nation.
How does the exile of these leaders and skilled workers relate to God's plan for His people?
The exile was a judgment from God for Judah's sins, as stated in Jeremiah 29:4-7 and Deuteronomy 28:63-64. However, even in judgment, God remains faithful to His people and has a plan to restore and redeem them, as seen in Jeremiah 29:10-14 and Isaiah 46:3-4.
Reflection Questions
- What does the exile of Judah's leaders and skilled workers reveal about the nature of God's judgment and mercy?
- How can I, like the exiles, trust in God's sovereignty and goodness even in difficult and uncertain circumstances, as encouraged in Psalm 23:4 and Romans 8:28?
- What are some ways I can, like Jeremiah, be a voice of hope and encouragement to those around me who may be experiencing hardship or exile, as seen in Jeremiah 29:11 and 2 Corinthians 1:3-4?
- What does this verse teach me about the importance of leadership and the impact of their actions on the community, as seen in Proverbs 29:2 and 1 Timothy 3:1-7?
Gill's Exposition on Jeremiah 29:2
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Jeremiah 29:2
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Jeremiah 29:2
Trapp's Commentary on Jeremiah 29:2
Ellicott's Commentary on Jeremiah 29:2
Cambridge Bible on Jeremiah 29:2
Barnes' Notes on Jeremiah 29:2
Whedon's Commentary on Jeremiah 29:2
Sermons on Jeremiah 29:2
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The Guilt of Indifference to Divine Threatenings. by Edward Payson | Edward Payson preaches about the importance of heeding God's warnings and messages, emphasizing the consequences of indifference towards His word. He draws parallels between histor |
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Punishment of the Impenitent Inevitable and Justifiable. by Edward Payson | Edward Payson preaches a sermon based on Jeremiah 22:24, emphasizing God's unwavering commitment to punish sin and the dire consequences of sin on individuals and the universe. He |
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Bristol Conference 1976-16 Studies in the Judges by Bob Clark | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the concept of serving others and the spiritual deterioration of the nation. The sermon begins with a reference to Jesus describing himself |
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You Are Loved and Accepted by David Wilkerson | David Wilkerson emphasizes the profound love and acceptance that God has for His people, contrasting the harsh messages of the Old Testament prophet Jeremiah with the grace and mer |
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Process of Becoming a Bride - Part 1 by Hattie Hammond | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of making a commitment to Jesus Christ. He urges the congregation to surrender their hearts and lives to God and make Him the |
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From the Prayer Closet to the Lion's Den by David Wilkerson | David Wilkerson emphasizes the biblical pattern of God's people facing trials before experiencing His promises. He illustrates this through the lives of Daniel, who was thrown into |
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Let All Keep Their Places in the Monastery by St. Benedict of Nursia | St. Benedict of Nursia emphasizes the importance of order and discipline within the monastery, highlighting the Abbot's role in maintaining fairness and accountability in his decis |





