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Jeremiah 26:23 · KJV

"And they fetched forth Urijah out of Egypt, and brought him unto Jehoiakim the king; who slew him with the sword, and cast his dead body into the graves of the common people."

King James Version

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Passage Context

21And when Jehoiakim the king, with all his mighty men, and all the princes, heard his words, the king sought to put him to death: but when Urijah heard it, he was afraid, and fled, and went into Egypt;
22And Jehoiakim the king sent men into Egypt, namely, Elnathan the son of Achbor, and certain men with him into Egypt.
23And they fetched forth Urijah out of Egypt, and brought him unto Jehoiakim the king; who slew him with the sword, and cast his dead body into the graves of the common people.
24Nevertheless the hand of Ahikam the son of Shaphan was with Jeremiah, that they should not give him into the hand of the people to put him to death.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you respond to opposition in your life?

2

What does standing for truth mean for you?

3

When have you felt the consequences of your beliefs?

Life Application

courage

Stand firm in your beliefs even when facing adversity. Seek support from your community when you feel threatened.

faith

Trust that God is with you in difficult times, just as He was with Urijah.

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

UrijahOT

Urijah was a priest during the reign of Ahaz who followed the king's orders regarding the altar. His actions reflect the challenges faced by religious leaders in a politically charged environment.

First appearance: 2 Kings 16:10

Places in This Verse

Egypt(Egypt today)

A neighboring nation to Judah, often a refuge for those fleeing persecution.

Jerusalem(Jerusalem today)

The capital of Judah, central to Jewish worship and governance, facing destruction by Babylon.

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