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2 Chronicles 36:6 · KJV

"Against him came up Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon, and bound him in fetters, to carry him to Babylon."

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Passage Context

4And the king of Egypt made Eliakim his brother king over Judah and Jerusalem, and turned his name to Jehoiakim. And Necho took Jehoahaz his brother, and carried him to Egypt.
5Jehoiakim was twenty and five years old when he began to reign, and he reigned eleven years in Jerusalem: and he did that which was evil in the sight of the LORD his God.
6Against him came up Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon, and bound him in fetters, to carry him to Babylon.
7Nebuchadnezzar also carried of the vessels of the house of the LORD to Babylon, and put them in his temple at Babylon.
8Now the rest of the acts of Jehoiakim, and his abominations which he did, and that which was found in him, behold, they are written in the book of the kings of Israel and Judah: and Jehoiachin his son reigned in his stead.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you respond to authority when it feels oppressive?

2

What does being bound by circumstances teach you about freedom?

3

When have you felt taken captive by your situation?

Life Application

faith

Seek spiritual freedom through prayer and reliance on God during difficult times.

resilience

Reflect on ways to remain strong and faithful even when facing adversity.

People in This Verse

JehoiakimOT

Jehoiakim was the king of Judah who reigned during a tumultuous time. He was known for his rebellion against Babylon and ultimately faced dire consequences.

First appearance: 2 Kings 23:34

NebuchadnezzarOT

King of Babylon who led the siege against Jerusalem and was known for his military conquests.

First appearance: 2 Kings 24:1

Places in This Verse

Jerusalem(Jerusalem today)

Jerusalem was the capital of Judah and the site of significant biblical events, including its conquest by the Babylonians.

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