Jeremiah 52:29 Meaning and Explanation
“In the eighteenth year of Nebuchadrezzar he carried away captive from Jerusalem eight hundred thirty and two persons:”
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Read Full Chapter →In the eighteenth year of Nebuchadnezzar's reign, 832 persons were deported from Jerusalem.
The Context of Jeremiah 52:29
A second documented deportation during the later years of siege.
What Does Jeremiah 52:29 Mean?
The eighteenth year brought a smaller deportation of 832 people. This may have been a follow-up removal of officials or skilled workers who had been overlooked in earlier sweeps. The smaller numbers in this wave suggest the major population transfers had already occurred.
The accumulation of these smaller deportations across multiple years reveals Babylon's deliberate strategy. Rather than one massive forced march, multiple waves of removal over time prevented organized resistance and allowed time for processing captives and organizing transportation.
Frequently Asked Questions About Jeremiah 52:29
What does Jeremiah 52:29 mean?
In the eighteenth year of Nebuchadnezzar's reign, 832 persons were deported from Jerusalem.
What is the context of Jeremiah 52:29?
A second documented deportation during the later years of siege.