2 Kings 25:28 · KJV
"And he spake kindly to him, and set his throne above the throne of the kings that were with him in Babylon;"
King James Version
What does 2 Kings 25:28 mean? →Passage Context
26And all the people, both small and great, and the captains of the armies, arose, and came to Egypt: for they were afraid of the Chaldees.
27And it came to pass in the seven and thirtieth year of the captivity of Jehoiachin king of Judah, in the twelfth month, on the seven and twentieth day of the month, that Evil-merodach king of Babylon in the year that he began to reign did lift up the head of Jehoiachin king of Judah out of prison;
28And he spake kindly to him, and set his throne above the throne of the kings that were with him in Babylon;
29And changed his prison garments: and he did eat bread continually before him all the days of his life.
30And his allowance was a continual allowance given him of the king, a daily rate for every day, all the days of his life.
Reflection Questions
1
How do you find hope in difficult situations?
2
What does kindness look like in your life?
3
When have you experienced unexpected grace?
Life Application
hope
Look for ways to encourage others who are struggling, offering them hope and kindness.
forgiveness
Consider how you can extend grace to those who have wronged you.
People in This Verse
JehoiachinOT
The king of Judah who reigned for a brief period before being taken captive by Nebuchadnezzar. His reign was marked by turmoil and the eventual fall of Jerusalem.
First appearance: 2 Kings 24:8
NebuchadnezzarOT
King of Babylon who led the siege against Jerusalem and was known for his military conquests.
First appearance: 2 Kings 24:1
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