Jeremiah 29:22 Meaning and Explanation
“And of them shall be taken up a curse by all the captivity of Judah which are in Babylon, saying, The LORD make thee like Zedekiah and like Ahab, whom the king of Babylon roasted in the fire;”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The exiles will use the false prophets' fate as a curse, saying, 'May the Lord make you like Zedekiah and Ahab.'
The Context of Jeremiah 29:22
The false prophets' execution becomes so infamous that their names become a curse.
What Does Jeremiah 29:22 Mean?
The execution of the false prophets will become legendary among the exiles. Their horrific death—being roasted in fire—will be so infamous that the exiles will invoke their names as a curse. To say someone would be "like Zedekiah and Ahab" will mean the worst possible fate.
This shows how completely the false prophets will be discredited. Their deaths will serve as a permanent warning to anyone tempted to speak falsely in God's name. The exiles will never forget which voices led them astray and which voice (Jeremiah's) proved true.
Frequently Asked Questions About Jeremiah 29:22
What does Jeremiah 29:22 mean?
The exiles will use the false prophets' fate as a curse, saying, 'May the Lord make you like Zedekiah and Ahab.'
What is the context of Jeremiah 29:22?
The false prophets' execution becomes so infamous that their names become a curse.