Jeremiah 39:12 Meaning
Take him, and look well to him, and do him no harm; but do unto him even as he shall say unto thee.
Context Explained
10But Nebuzar-adan the captain of the guard left of the poor of the people, which had nothing, in the land of Judah, and gave them vineyards and fields at the same time.
11Now Nebuchadrezzar king of Babylon gave charge concerning Jeremiah to Nebuzar-adan the captain of the guard, saying,
12Take him, and look well to him, and do him no harm; but do unto him even as he shall say unto thee.
13So Nebuzar-adan the captain of the guard sent, and Nebushasban, Rab-saris, and Nergal-sharezer, Rab-mag, and all the king of Babylon's princes;
14Even they sent, and took Jeremiah out of the court of the prison, and committed him unto Gedaliah the son of Ahikam the son of Shaphan, that he should carry him home: so he dwelt among the people.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Acts 23:24
Both verses show a leader ensuring the safety of a prophet.
Matthew 10:16
Jesus advises his followers to be wise and cautious, similar to Jeremiah's situation.
1 Peter 3:13
Peter encourages believers to do good, reflecting the protection offered to Jeremiah.
Source: Jeremiah 39:12