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Jeremiah 36:25

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Jeremiah 36:25 in Multiple Translations

Berean Standard Bible BSB

Even though Elnathan, Delaiah, and Gemariah urged the king not to burn the scroll, he would not listen to them.

King James Version KJV

Nevertheless Elnathan and Delaiah and Gemariah had made intercession to the king that he would not burn the roll: but he would not hear them.

American Standard Version ASV

Moreover Elnathan and Delaiah and Gemariah had made intercession to the king that he would not burn the roll; but he would not hear them.

Bible in Basic English BBE

And Elnathan and Delaiah and Gemariah had made a strong request to the king not to let the book be burned, but he would not give ear to them.

Free Bible Version FBV

Even when Elnathan, Delaiah, and Gemariah pleaded with the king not to burn the scroll, he refused to listen to them.

Geneva Bible 1599 GNV

Neuerthelesse, Elnathan, and Delaiah, and Gemariah had besought the King, that he would not burne ye roule: but he would not heare them.

Young's Literal Translation YLT

And also Elnathan, and Delaiah, and Gemariah have interceded with the king not to burn the roll, and he hath not hearkened unto them.

World English Bible WEB

Moreover Elnathan and Delaiah and Gemariah had made intercession to the king that he would not burn the scroll; but he would not listen to them.

Noah Webster Bible WBS

Nevertheless Elnathan and Delaiah and Gemariah had made intercession to the king that he would not burn the roll: but he would not hear them.

Douay-Rheims 1899 DRV

But yet Elnathan, and Dalaias, and Gamarias spoke to the king, not to burn. the book: and he heard them not.

Translation for Translators T4T

Elnathan, Delaiah, and Gemariah pleaded with the king not to burn the scroll, but he did not pay any attention.

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Berean Amplified Bible — Jeremiah 36:25

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Jeremiah 36:25 Interlinear (Deep Study)

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HEB וְ/גַם֩ אֶלְנָתָ֨ן וּ/דְלָיָ֤הוּ וּ/גְמַרְיָ֨הוּ֙ הִפְגִּ֣עוּ בַ/מֶּ֔לֶךְ לְ/בִלְתִּ֥י שְׂרֹ֖ף אֶת הַ/מְּגִלָּ֑ה וְ/לֹ֥א שָׁמַ֖ע אֲלֵי/הֶֽם
וְ/גַם֩ gam H1571 also Conj | DirObjM
אֶלְנָתָ֨ן ʼElnâthân H494 Elnathan N-proper
וּ/דְלָיָ֤הוּ Dᵉlâyâh H1806 Delaiah Conj | N-proper
וּ/גְמַרְיָ֨הוּ֙ Gᵉmaryâh H1587 Gemariah Conj | N-proper
הִפְגִּ֣עוּ pâgaʻ H6293 to fall on V-Hiphil-Perf-3cp
בַ/מֶּ֔לֶךְ melek H4428 King's Prep | N-ms
לְ/בִלְתִּ֥י biltîy H1115 lest Prep | Conj
שְׂרֹ֖ף sâraph H8313 to burn V-Qal-Inf-a
אֶת ʼêth H853 Obj. DirObjM
הַ/מְּגִלָּ֑ה mᵉgillâh H4039 scroll Art | N-fs
וְ/לֹ֥א lôʼ H3808 not Conj | Part
שָׁמַ֖ע shâmaʻ H8085 to hear V-Qal-Perf-3ms
אֲלֵי/הֶֽם ʼêl H413 to(wards) Prep | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Jeremiah 36:25

וְ/גַם֩ gam H1571 "also" Conj | DirObjM
Also means 'even' or 'too', used for emphasis or to connect ideas, like 'both...and' or 'neither...nor'. It can introduce a climax or show contrast.
Definition: 1) also, even, indeed, moreover, yea 1a) also, moreover (giving emphasis) 1b) neither, neither...nor (with negative) 1c) even (for stress) 1d) indeed, yea (introducing climax) 1e) also (of correspondence or retribution) 1f) but, yet, though (adversative) 1g) even, yea, yea though (with 'when' in hypothetical case) 2) (TWOT) again, alike
Usage: Occurs in 661 OT verses. KJV: again, alike, also, (so much) as (soon), both (so)...and, but, either...or, even, for all, (in) likewise (manner), moreover, nay...neither, one, then(-refore), though, what, with, yea. See also: Genesis 3:6; Exodus 19:9; 1 Samuel 14:21.
אֶלְנָתָ֨ן 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.
וּ/דְלָיָ֤הוּ Dᵉlâyâh H1806 "Delaiah" Conj | N-proper
Delaiah means Jehovah has drawn, and was the name of several Israelites, including a priest in David's time and a ruler in Jeremiah's time. They played important roles in Israel's history. Delaiah is mentioned in Jeremiah 36:12.
Definition: A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, first mentioned at Jer.36.12; son of: Shemaiah (H8098Z) § Dalaiah or Delaiah = "Jehovah has drawn" 1) a priest in the time of David, leader of the 23rd course 2) a son of Shemaiah, a ruler of Judah in the time of Jeremiah in the court of Jehoiakim 3) the head of an exilic family, of uncertain pedigree, claiming to be Israelites in the time of Zerubbabel 4) a descendant of Zerubbabel 5) the son of Mehetabeel and the father of Shemaiah, a contemporary of Nehemiah
Usage: Occurs in 7 OT verses. KJV: Dalaiah, Delaiah. See also: 1 Chronicles 3:24; Nehemiah 6:10; Jeremiah 36:12.
וּ/גְמַרְיָ֨הוּ֙ Gᵉmaryâh H1587 "Gemariah" Conj | N-proper
Gemariah means Jehovah has accomplished, the name of two Israelites, including a son of Shaphan who had a chamber in the temple where Jeremiah's prophecy was read. He was the father of Micaiah.
Definition: A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, first mentioned at Jer.36.10; son of: Shaphan (H8227B); brother of: Ahikam (H0296) and Elasah (H0501J); father of: Micaiah (H4321H) § Gemariah = "Jehovah has accomplished" 1) the son of Shaphan the scribe and father of Michaiah; one of the nobles of Judah who had a chamber in the temple from which Baruch read Jeremiah's alarming prophecy to all the people 2) the son of Hilkiah who bore Jeremiah's letter to the captive Jews
Usage: Occurs in 5 OT verses. KJV: Gemariah. See also: Jeremiah 29:3; Jeremiah 36:11; Jeremiah 36:10.
הִפְגִּ֣עוּ pâgaʻ H6293 "to fall on" V-Hiphil-Perf-3cp
To meet or encounter, either by chance or intention, as seen in the story of Jacob and Esau in Genesis 33:1-17. It can also mean to make a request or intercede on behalf of someone. In Exodus 32:1-14, Moses intercedes for the Israelites.
Definition: 1) to encounter, meet, reach, entreat, make intercession 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to meet, light upon, join 1a2) to meet (of kindness) 1a3) to encounter, fall upon (of hostility) 1a4) to encounter, entreat (of request) 1a5) to strike, touch (of boundary) 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to cause to light upon 1b2) to cause to entreat 1b3) to make entreaty, interpose 1b4) to make attack 1b5) to reach the mark
Usage: Occurs in 43 OT verses. KJV: come (betwixt), cause to entreat, fall (upon), make intercession, intercessor, intreat, lay, light (upon), meet (together), pray, reach, run. See also: Genesis 23:8; 1 Samuel 10:5; Isaiah 47:3.
בַ/מֶּ֔לֶךְ melek H4428 "King's" Prep | 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.
לְ/בִלְתִּ֥י biltîy H1115 "lest" Prep | Conj
This Hebrew word means not or except, and is often used with a prepositional prefix. It appears in various forms, such as not, except, or unless, and is used in many biblical passages.
Definition: subst 1) not, except adv 2) not 3) except (after preceding negation) conj 4) except (after an implied or expressed negation) with prep 5) so as not, in order not 6) an account of not, because...not 7) until not
Usage: Occurs in 107 OT verses. KJV: because un(satiable), beside, but, [phrase] continual, except, from, lest, neither, no more, none, not, nothing, save, that no, without. See also: Genesis 3:11; 2 Kings 12:9; Isaiah 10:4.
שְׂרֹ֖ף sâraph H8313 "to burn" V-Qal-Inf-a
This Hebrew word means to set something on fire, and is used in the Bible to describe burning or kindling flames, like in Psalm 83:14. It can also mean to utterly destroy something. The word is related to fire and burning, and is used in various forms throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: 1) to burn 1a) (Qal) to burn 1b) (Niphal) to be burned 1c) (Piel) burner, burning (participle) 1d) (Pual) to be burnt up, be burned Also means: sa.raph (סָרַף "to burn" H5635)
Usage: Occurs in 107 OT verses. KJV: (cause to, make a) burn((-ing), up) kindle, [idiom] utterly. See also: Genesis 11:3; 1 Kings 13:2; Psalms 46:10.
אֶת 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.
הַ/מְּגִלָּ֑ה mᵉgillâh H4039 "scroll" Art | N-fs
A scroll is a rolled-up book, like the one Ezekiel eats in Ezekiel 3:3 or the scroll Jesus reads in Luke 4:17. It contains written words from God.
Definition: roll, book, writing Aramaic equivalent: me.gil.lah (מְגִלָּה "scroll" H4040)
Usage: Occurs in 19 OT verses. KJV: roll, volume. See also: Psalms 40:8; Jeremiah 36:27; Jeremiah 36:2.
וְ/לֹ֥א lôʼ H3808 "not" Conj | Part
The Hebrew word for not or no is used to indicate absence or negation, as when God says no to the Israelites' requests, or when they disobey His commands.
Definition: 1) not, no 1a) not (with verb-absolute prohibition) 1b) not (with modifier-negation) 1c) nothing (subst) 1d) without (with particle) 1e) before (of time) Aramaic equivalent: la (לָא "not" H3809)
Usage: Occurs in 3967 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] before, [phrase] or else, ere, [phrase] except, ig(-norant), much, less, nay, neither, never, no((-ne), -r, (-thing)), ([idiom] as though...,(can-), for) not (out of), of nought, otherwise, out of, [phrase] surely, [phrase] as truly as, [phrase] of a truth, [phrase] verily, for want, [phrase] whether, without. See also: Genesis 2:5; Genesis 31:15; Exodus 4:9.
שָׁמַ֖ע shâmaʻ H8085 "to hear" V-Qal-Perf-3ms
To hear and listen is what this Hebrew word means, often implying attention and obedience. In Exodus and Deuteronomy, it is used when God speaks to the people, and they must listen and obey.
Definition: : hear v 1) to hear, listen to, obey 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to hear (perceive by ear) 1a2) to hear of or concerning 1a3) to hear (have power to hear) 1a4) to hear with attention or interest, listen to 1a5) to understand (language) 1a6) to hear (of judicial cases) 1a7) to listen, give heed 1a7a) to consent, agree 1a7b) to grant request 1a8) to listen to, yield to 1a9) to obey, be obedient 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be heard (of voice or sound) 1b2) to be heard of 1b3) to be regarded, be obeyed 1c) (Piel) to cause to hear, call to hear, summon 1d) (Hiphil) 1d1) to cause to hear, tell, proclaim, utter a sound 1d2) to sound aloud (musical term) 1d3) to make proclamation, summon 1d4) to cause to be heard n m 2) sound
Usage: Occurs in 1072 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] attentively, call (gather) together, [idiom] carefully, [idiom] certainly, consent, consider, be content, declare, [idiom] diligently, discern, give ear, (cause to, let, make to) hear(-ken, tell), [idiom] indeed, listen, make (a) noise, (be) obedient, obey, perceive, (make a) proclaim(-ation), publish, regard, report, shew (forth), (make a) sound, [idiom] surely, tell, understand, whosoever (heareth), witness. See also: Genesis 3:8; Exodus 32:18; Deuteronomy 27:9.
אֲלֵי/הֶֽם ʼêl H413 "to(wards)" Prep | Suff
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.

Study Notes — Jeremiah 36:25

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1 Genesis 37:22 “Do not shed his blood. Throw him into this pit in the wilderness, but do not lay a hand on him.” Reuben said this so that he could rescue Joseph from their hands and return him to his father.
2 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.
3 Acts 5:34–39 But a Pharisee named Gamaliel, a teacher of the law who was honored by all the people, stood up in the Sanhedrin and ordered that the men be put outside for a short time. “Men of Israel,” he said, “consider carefully what you are about to do to these men. Some time ago Theudas rose up, claiming to be somebody, and about four hundred men joined him. He was killed, all his followers were dispersed, and it all came to nothing. After him, Judas the Galilean appeared in the days of the census and drew away people after him. He too perished, and all his followers were scattered. So in the present case I advise you: Leave these men alone. Let them go! For if their purpose or endeavor is of human origin, it will fail. But if it is from God, you will not be able to stop them. You may even find yourselves fighting against God.”
4 Proverbs 21:29 A wicked man hardens his face, but the upright man makes his way sure.
5 Genesis 37:26–28 Then Judah said to his brothers, “What profit will we gain if we kill our brother and cover up his blood? Come, let us sell him to the Ishmaelites and not lay a hand on him; for he is our brother, our own flesh.” And they agreed. So when the Midianite traders passed by, his brothers pulled Joseph out of the pit and sold him for twenty shekels of silver to the Ishmaelites, who took him to Egypt.
6 Jeremiah 13:15–17 Listen and give heed. Do not be arrogant, for the LORD has spoken. Give glory to the LORD your God before He brings darkness, before your feet stumble on the dusky mountains. You wait for light, but He turns it into deep gloom and thick darkness. But if you do not listen, I will weep in secret because of your pride. My eyes will overflow with tears, because the LORD’s flock has been taken captive.
7 Matthew 27:4 “I have sinned by betraying innocent blood,” he said. “What is that to us?” they replied. “You bear the responsibility.”
8 Jeremiah 26:22 Then King Jehoiakim sent men to Egypt: Elnathan son of Achbor along with some other men.
9 Matthew 27:24–25 When Pilate saw that he was accomplishing nothing, but that instead a riot was breaking out, he took water and washed his hands before the crowd. “I am innocent of this man’s blood, ” he said. “You bear the responsibility.” All the people answered, “His blood be on us and on our children!”

Jeremiah 36:25 Summary

This verse shows how King Jehoiakim refused to listen to the advice of his officials, Elnathan, Delaiah, and Gemariah, and instead chose to burn the scroll containing Jeremiah's prophecies. This act of disobedience and pride is a warning to us about the dangers of rejecting God's word and will, as seen in Romans 1:21-25. We can learn from this verse the importance of humility and obedience to God's word, and the need to prioritize our relationship with Him above all else, as seen in Matthew 22:37-38. By doing so, we can avoid the consequences of pride and disobedience and instead experience the blessings of a humble and contrite heart, as seen in Psalm 34:18.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why did the king refuse to listen to Elnathan, Delaiah, and Gemariah's advice to not burn the scroll?

The king's refusal to listen to their advice shows his hardened heart, similar to Pharaoh's in Exodus 7:13, and his desire to reject God's warnings through Jeremiah's prophecies, as seen in Jeremiah 36:24.

Who were Elnathan, Delaiah, and Gemariah and why were they significant in this context?

Elnathan, Delaiah, and Gemariah were likely high-ranking officials in King Jehoiakim's court, and their attempt to intervene on behalf of the scroll shows that they may have had some level of respect for God's word, unlike the king, who was more concerned with his own power and pride, as seen in Proverbs 16:18.

What can we learn from the king's actions in this verse about the dangers of pride and disobedience?

The king's actions serve as a warning about the dangers of pride and disobedience, as seen in 1 Samuel 15:23, where rebellion against God is compared to witchcraft, and in Psalm 51:17, where a broken and contrite heart is required for true repentance and restoration with God.

How does this verse relate to the overall message of Jeremiah's prophecies?

This verse highlights the king's rejection of God's warnings and the consequences that follow, which is a central theme in Jeremiah's prophecies, as seen in Jeremiah 25:4-7, where God's prophets are sent to call the people to repentance, but are often rejected and persecuted.

Reflection Questions

  1. What are some areas in my life where I may be 'burning the scroll' and rejecting God's warnings or guidance?
  2. How can I cultivate a heart that is humble and receptive to God's word, like Elnathan, Delaiah, and Gemariah, rather than hardened and rebellious like the king?
  3. What are some ways that I can prioritize obedience to God's word and will, even when it is difficult or unpopular, as seen in Acts 5:29?
  4. How can I balance my desire for self-protection and preservation with the need to stand up for what is right and just, as seen in Micah 6:8?

Gill's Exposition on Jeremiah 36:25

Nevertheless, Elnathan, and Delaiah, and Gemariah,.... Three of the five princes mentioned in Jeremiah 36:12; had made intercession to the king, that he would not burn the roll; or suffer it to be

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Jeremiah 36:25

Nevertheless Elnathan and Delaiah and Gemariah had made intercession to the king that he would not burn the roll: but he would not hear them.

Matthew Poole's Commentary on Jeremiah 36:25

These three princes seemed to have had a greater dread of God upon their hearts than the rest, for so far as they durst, they interposed, and besought the king not to burn the roll; but he would not hearken to their advice.

Trapp's Commentary on Jeremiah 36:25

Jeremiah 36:25 Nevertheless Elnathan and Delaiah and Gemariah had made intercession to the king that he would not burn the roll: but he would not hear them.Ver. 25. Nevertheless Elnathan.] Who had before been active for the king in apprehending and slaughtering the prophet Uriah, but now haply touched with some remorse for having any hand in so bloody an act. Had made intercession to the king.] Verum frigide admodum, but very coldly; and such cold friends the truth hath still not a few, at kings’ courts especially.

Ellicott's Commentary on Jeremiah 36:25

(24-25) Yet they were not afraid, nor rent their garments . . .—If we suppose that the “servants” are identical with the princes, these were the very men who, when they first heard the words, had been afraid, “both one and other.” Now the king’s presence restrains them, and they dare not show their alarm at the contents of the scroll, nor “rend their clothes” (comp. Matthew 26:65; Acts 14:14) at what must have seemed to them the sacrilege of burning a scroll that contained a message from Jehovah. Three only had the courage, though they did not show their abhorrence, to entreat the king to refrain from his impiety. (See Note on Jeremiah 36:12.) Possibly, however, the “servants” or “courtiers” are distinguished from the princes, and are specially named in the next verse.

Adam Clarke's Commentary on Jeremiah 36:25

Verse 25. Elnathan and Delaiah and Gemariah] Three of the princes wished to save the roll, and entreated the king that it might not be burnt. They would have saved it out of the fire, but the king would not permit it to be done.

Cambridge Bible on Jeremiah 36:25

25. Elnathan … had made intercession] See note on Jeremiah 26:22.

Barnes' Notes on Jeremiah 36:25

It is remarkable to find Elnathan interceding for Jeremiah after the office he had discharged toward Urijah Jeremiah 26:22.

Whedon's Commentary on Jeremiah 36:25

25. Made intercession… not burn the roll — The insane rage of the king is brought out into a stronger light by the counter requests of the scribes.

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