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Jeremiah 39:7 · KJV

"Moreover he put out Zedekiah's eyes, and bound him with chains, to carry him to Babylon."

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Passage Context

5But the Chaldeans' army pursued after them, and overtook Zedekiah in the plains of Jericho: and when they had taken him, they brought him up to Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon to Riblah in the land of Hamath, where he gave judgment upon him.
6Then the king of Babylon slew the sons of Zedekiah in Riblah before his eyes: also the king of Babylon slew all the nobles of Judah.
7Moreover he put out Zedekiah's eyes, and bound him with chains, to carry him to Babylon.
8And the Chaldeans burned the king's house, and the houses of the people, with fire, and brake down the walls of Jerusalem.
9Then Nebuzar-adan the captain of the guard carried away captive into Babylon the remnant of the people that remained in the city, and those that fell away, that fell to him, with the rest of the people that remained.

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Reflection Questions

1

What does losing sight of your goals mean for you?

2

How do you cope with the consequences of your choices?

3

When have you felt bound by your circumstances?

Life Application

personal growth

Reflect on the importance of making wise choices to avoid negative consequences. How can you ensure your decisions align with your values?

faith

Consider how faith can help you regain perspective when you feel lost or blinded by circumstances.

People in This Verse

NebuchadnezzarOT

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

First appearance: 2 Kings 24:1

ZedekiahOT

The last king of Judah, who reigned during the Babylonian siege. His rule ended in tragedy with the fall of Jerusalem and his subsequent capture.

First appearance: 2 Kings 24:18

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