Jeremiah 20:6 Meaning and Explanation
“And thou, Pashur, and all that dwell in thine house shall go into captivity: and thou shalt come to Babylon, and there thou shalt die, and shalt be buried there, thou, and all thy friends, to whom thou hast prophesied lies.”
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Read Full Chapter →Pashur, his household, and his friends will all be taken captive to Babylon, where he will die.
The Context of Jeremiah 20:6
Jeremiah specifies that Pashur's entire household and circle will be exiled to Babylon, never returning.
What Does Jeremiah 20:6 Mean?
The personal sentence is now complete. Not only will Pashur lose everything, but he will experience exile and death far from his homeland. The phrase 'thou shalt die and shalt be buried there' emphasizes the finality and alienation of this fate. His friends, whom he convinced to reject Jeremiah's message, will share his captivity and end.
The closing phrase—'to whom thou hast prophesied lies'—reveals Pashur's fundamental error. Rather than recognizing Jeremiah as God's prophet, he had made false prophecies of his own, likely telling people what they wanted to hear rather than what God was saying. Prophesying lies is the opposite of Jeremiah's costly faithfulness.
Frequently Asked Questions About Jeremiah 20:6
What does Jeremiah 20:6 mean?
Pashur, his household, and his friends will all be taken captive to Babylon, where he will die.
What is the context of Jeremiah 20:6?
Jeremiah specifies that Pashur's entire household and circle will be exiled to Babylon, never returning.