Jeremiah 36:21 Meaning and Explanation
“So the king sent Jehudi to fetch the roll: and he took it out of Elishama the scribe's chamber. And Jehudi read it in the ears of the king, and in the ears of all the princes which stood beside the king.”
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Read Full Chapter →King Jehoiakim sends an attendant to retrieve the scroll, and it is read aloud before the king and his assembled court.
The Context of Jeremiah 36:21
King Jehoiakim demands to hear the scroll, which is read aloud in his court.
What Does Jeremiah 36:21 Mean?
Jehudi becomes the instrument of the king's will. The court gathers—king and princes together. The scroll is presented in its most formal and consequential setting. This is no longer a Temple reading or a private meeting, but an audience with the nation's supreme power.
The king hears 'in the ears'—the same phrase that has accompanied every reading. Whether in the Temple or palace, the words are the same, their claim is the same. Jehoiakim cannot escape the force of what is written.
Frequently Asked Questions About Jeremiah 36:21
What does Jeremiah 36:21 mean?
King Jehoiakim sends an attendant to retrieve the scroll, and it is read aloud before the king and his assembled court.
What is the context of Jeremiah 36:21?
King Jehoiakim demands to hear the scroll, which is read aloud in his court.