Jeremiah 36:25 Meaning and Explanation
“Nevertheless Elnathan and Delaiah and Gemariah had made intercession to the king that he would not burn the roll: but he would not hear them.”
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Read Full Chapter →Three officials—Elnathan, Delaiah, and Gemariah—had pleaded with the king not to burn the scroll, but he ignored their pleas.
The Context of Jeremiah 36:25
Some officials attempted to prevent the king's destruction of the scroll, but failed.
What Does Jeremiah 36:25 Mean?
Even within the king's court, not all voices advocated destruction. Three men of rank—Elnathan, Delaiah, and notably Gemariah (the man whose chamber protected the scroll earlier)—spoke against burning it. They sought to restrain the king's impulse to destroy.
Yet the king would not listen. Their intercession failed. This detail shows that reasonable voices existed, wise counsel was offered, but the king's will could not be swayed. His determination to suppress God's word overrode all appeals to reason and restraint.
Frequently Asked Questions About Jeremiah 36:25
What does Jeremiah 36:25 mean?
Three officials—Elnathan, Delaiah, and Gemariah—had pleaded with the king not to burn the scroll, but he ignored their pleas.
What is the context of Jeremiah 36:25?
Some officials attempted to prevent the king's destruction of the scroll, but failed.