KJV Image Bible : Scripture in Images Jeremiah 41:16
16. Then took Johanan the son of Kareah, and all the captains of the forces that were with him, all the remnant of the people whom he had recovered from Ishmael the son of Nethaniah, from Mizpah, after that he had slain Gedaliah the son of Ahikam, even mighty men of war, and the women, and the children, and the eunuchs, whom he had brought again from Gibeon:
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Summary: Jeremiah chapter 41 recounts the aftermath of the Babylonian conquest of Jerusalem and the subsequent assassination of Gedaliah, the appointed governor of Judea. Gedaliah had encouraged the remaining people of Judah to remain in the land and cultivate it, fostering a sense of stability after the tumultuous period of exile. However, he is murdered by Ishmael, a member of the royal family, who seeks to undermine Gedaliah’s authority and possibly restore the previous regime. Following Gedaliah's death, panic ensues among the people, fearing Babylonian retaliation for the assassination. Ishmael’s actions lead to further violence as he takes captive a group of Judeans. The chapter highlights the themes of leadership, betrayal, and the consequences of violence, reflecting the ongoing turmoil in post-exilic Judah. Ultimately, the chapter serves as a warning about the fragility of peace in times of upheaval and the importance of wise and faithful leadership in restoring a sense of order. The chapter ends by suggesting a looming sense of uncertainty as the remaining people grapple with their fate and the continued threat of Babylon.
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