Jeremiah 36:26 Meaning and Explanation
“But the king commanded Jerahmeel the son of Hammelech, and Seraiah the son of Azriel, and Shelemiah the son of Abdeel, to take Baruch the scribe and Jeremiah the prophet: but the LORD hid them.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →King Jehoiakim orders his agents to arrest Baruch and Jeremiah, but the LORD conceals them and they escape.
The Context of Jeremiah 36:26
The king sends agents to arrest Jeremiah and Baruch, but God protects them by hiding them.
What Does Jeremiah 36:26 Mean?
Having destroyed the written scroll, the king now hunts for the men behind it. Jerahmeel, Seraiah, and Shelemiah are dispatched with orders to seize Baruch and Jeremiah. The king aims to silence them—arrest, likely imprisonment or death.
But the word 'hid' reveals God's protective hand. Despite the king's power and the agents' search, Jeremiah and Baruch remain concealed and safe. The LORD frustrates the king's attempt to eliminate His messengers. Providence shields them.
Jeremiah 36:26 in the Original Language
hid (הִסְתִּיר, histir) — to conceal, shelter; implies God's active, purposeful protection.
Frequently Asked Questions About Jeremiah 36:26
What does Jeremiah 36:26 mean?
King Jehoiakim orders his agents to arrest Baruch and Jeremiah, but the LORD conceals them and they escape.
What is the context of Jeremiah 36:26?
The king sends agents to arrest Jeremiah and Baruch, but God protects them by hiding them.