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2 Kings 25:18 · KJV

"And the captain of the guard took Seraiah the chief priest, and Zephaniah the second priest, and the three keepers of the door:"

King James Version

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Passage Context

16The two pillars, one sea, and the bases which Solomon had made for the house of the LORD; the brass of all these vessels was without weight.
17The height of the one pillar was eighteen cubits, and the chapiter upon it was brass: and the height of the chapiter three cubits; and the wreathen work, and pomegranates upon the chapiter round about, all of brass: and like unto these had the second pillar with wreathen work.
18And the captain of the guard took Seraiah the chief priest, and Zephaniah the second priest, and the three keepers of the door:
19And out of the city he took an officer that was set over the men of war, and five men of them that were in the king's presence, which were found in the city, and the principal scribe of the host, which mustered the people of the land, and threescore men of the people of the land that were found in the city:
20And Nebuzar-adan captain of the guard took these, and brought them to the king of Babylon to Riblah:

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you respond to the loss of leadership in your life?

2

What does it mean for you to have spiritual leaders or mentors?

3

When have you had to step into a leadership role unexpectedly?

Life Application

leadership

Consider how you can support and uplift leaders in your community.

faith

Reflect on the importance of spiritual guidance and how to seek it.

People in This Verse

SeraiahOT

Seraiah served as a scribe during David's reign, responsible for documenting events and decisions. His role was vital for maintaining records of the kingdom.

First appearance: 2 Samuel 8:17

ZephaniahOT

The second priest who was also captured, highlighting the collapse of the priestly order.

First appearance: 2 Kings 25:18

Places in This Verse

Jerusalem(Jerusalem today)

The city that was the center of Jewish worship and now faces devastation.

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