Jeremiah 43:6 Meaning and Explanation
“Even men, and women, and children, and the king's daughters, and every person that Nebuzaradan the captain of the guard had left with Gedaliah the son of Ahikam the son of Shaphan, and Jeremiah the prophet, and Baruch the son of Neriah.”
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Read Full Chapter →The group includes the king's daughters, the prophet, his scribe, and all the people placed under Gedaliah's care.
The Context of Jeremiah 43:6
The list includes royalty, the prophet Jeremiah, and all people under Gedaliah's charge.
What Does Jeremiah 43:6 Mean?
The flight to Egypt includes the royal family—specifically the king's daughters—along with all people whom Nebuzaradan, the Babylonian officer, had left under Gedaliah's protection after Jerusalem's fall. Jeremiah and Baruch are taken along, whether by choice or force.
This enumeration shows the complete reversal of the post-exile restoration. Everyone in the provisional community, including the prophet who warned them and the remnant authorities, is now being forcibly removed from Judah and taken toward Egypt in direct defiance of God's declared will.
Frequently Asked Questions About Jeremiah 43:6
What does Jeremiah 43:6 mean?
The group includes the king's daughters, the prophet, his scribe, and all the people placed under Gedaliah's care.
What is the context of Jeremiah 43:6?
The list includes royalty, the prophet Jeremiah, and all people under Gedaliah's charge.