Jeremiah 22:24 Meaning and Explanation
“As I live, saith the LORD, though Coniah the son of Jehoiakim king of Judah were the signet upon my right hand, yet would I pluck thee thence;”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Even if Coniah were as treasured as the Lord's signet ring, He would remove him.
The Context of Jeremiah 22:24
Coniah's position as heir and his status will not shield him from deportation.
What Does Jeremiah 22:24 Mean?
Coniah (Jeconiah/Jehoiachin), Jehoiakim's son, receives the most emphatic judgment. The signet upon the right hand was the most intimate symbol of authority and trust. The oath 'As I live' signals absolute certainty. The use of such an intimate metaphor—the signet ring—makes the reversal all the more stark: even one treasured beyond measure will be torn away.
The hypothetical ('though... were the signet... yet would I pluck') acknowledges Coniah's status as heir to the throne while making clear that status offers no protection. The 'plucking' suggests violent removal.
Jeremiah 22:24 in the Original Language
tabaat (טַבַּעַת), 'signet'—a ring or seal; a symbol of authority and intimate trust.
Frequently Asked Questions About Jeremiah 22:24
What does Jeremiah 22:24 mean?
Even if Coniah were as treasured as the Lord's signet ring, He would remove him.
What is the context of Jeremiah 22:24?
Coniah's position as heir and his status will not shield him from deportation.