Jeremiah 38:27 Meaning and Explanation
“Then came all the princes unto Jeremiah, and asked him: and he told them according to all these words that the king had commanded. So they left off speaking with him; for the matter was not perceived.”
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Read Full Chapter →The princes interrogate Jeremiah, he gives the cover story, and they accept it and leave.
The Context of Jeremiah 38:27
The cover story succeeds, and the princes accept Jeremiah's account.
What Does Jeremiah 38:27 Mean?
The prophecy comes true immediately. The princes, suspicious of the king's private audience with Jeremiah, come to interrogate him. Jeremiah repeats the story Zedekiah gave him, speaking of his supplication for safety and his fear of Jonathan's dungeon.
The princes accept the account and depart; 'the matter was not perceived'—they do not discover the true conversation. Jeremiah's cover story holds. Yet the passage underscores the cost of survival: the prophet has concealed the divine word. His truth-telling has been silenced, and the king's fear has prevailed in keeping both the message and the decision to obey hidden from those who might force change.
Frequently Asked Questions About Jeremiah 38:27
What does Jeremiah 38:27 mean?
The princes interrogate Jeremiah, he gives the cover story, and they accept it and leave.
What is the context of Jeremiah 38:27?
The cover story succeeds, and the princes accept Jeremiah's account.