Jeremiah 51:59 · KJV

"The word which Jeremiah the prophet commanded Seraiah the son of Neriah, the son of Maaseiah, when he went with Zedekiah the king of Judah into Babylon in the fourth year of his reign. And this Seraiah was a quiet prince."

King James Version

Passage Context

⁵⁷And I will make drunk her princes, and her wise men, her captains, and her rulers, and her mighty men: and they shall sleep a perpetual sleep, and not wake, saith the King, whose name is the LORD of hosts.

⁵⁸Thus saith the LORD of hosts; The broad walls of Babylon shall be utterly broken, and her high gates shall be burned with fire; and the people shall labour in vain, and the folk in the fire, and they shall be weary.

⁵⁹The word which Jeremiah the prophet commanded Seraiah the son of Neriah, the son of Maaseiah, when he went with Zedekiah the king of Judah into Babylon in the fourth year of his reign. And this Seraiah was a quiet prince.

⁶⁰So Jeremiah wrote in a book all the evil that should come upon Babylon, even all these words that are written against Babylon.

⁶¹And Jeremiah said to Seraiah, When thou comest to Babylon, and shalt see, and shalt read all these words;

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Reflection Questions

How do you handle situations of uncertainty?

What does it mean for you to be a 'quiet prince' in your life?

When have you felt the need to support others in difficult times?

Life Application

relationships

Be a source of support for friends facing challenges, even in silence.

leadership

Consider how your influence can be used for good in difficult situations.

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

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

Places in This Verse

Babylon(Babylon, Iraq today)

Babylon was a prominent city in ancient Mesopotamia, known for its wealth and cultural significance. It became the center of the Babylonian Empire, which played a crucial role in the history of Israel.

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