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Jeremiah 40:1 Β· KJV

"The word that came to Jeremiah from the LORD, after that Nebuzar-adan the captain of the guard had let him go from Ramah, when he had taken him being bound in chains among all that were carried away captive of Jerusalem and Judah, which were carried away captive unto Babylon."

King James Version

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Passage Context

1The word that came to Jeremiah from the LORD, after that Nebuzar-adan the captain of the guard had let him go from Ramah, when he had taken him being bound in chains among all that were carried away captive of Jerusalem and Judah, which were carried away captive unto Babylon.
2And the captain of the guard took Jeremiah, and said unto him, The LORD thy God hath pronounced this evil upon this place.
3Now the LORD hath brought it, and done according as he hath said: because ye have sinned against the LORD, and have not obeyed his voice, therefore this thing is come upon you.

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Reflection Questions

1

What does freedom mean to you in your current circumstances?

2

How do you discern God's voice in your life?

3

When have you felt a sense of purpose after a difficult experience?

Life Application

faith

Pray for clarity in understanding God's direction in your life, especially during challenging times.

relationships

Reach out to someone who may feel trapped in their situation and offer them hope.

People in This Verse

JeremiahOT

A major prophet known for his lamentations and prophecies against Judah's unfaithfulness.

First appearance: Jeremiah 1:1

Nebuzar-adanOT

Captain of the guard for Nebuchadnezzar, responsible for overseeing the Babylonian conquest of Jerusalem.

First appearance: 2 Kings 25:8

Places in This Verse

Ramah(Ramallah, West Bank today)

A town in Benjamin, significant during the Babylonian exile as a gathering point for captives.

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