Late 7th Century BC
The Kingdom of Judah was experiencing religious and moral decline, with idolatry and social injustice prevalent among the people.
Judah was a small kingdom caught between the powerful empires of Assyria, Egypt, and the rising Babylonian Empire. The political landscape was unstable, with shifting alliances and threats of invasion.
The events are set in the land of Judah, specifically in the city of Anathoth, which is located a few miles northeast of Jerusalem.
The society was heavily influenced by religious practices, with a strong emphasis on temple worship. However, syncretism and the worship of foreign gods were common, leading to prophetic calls for repentance.
Jeremiah
Josiah
King of Judah during the early part of Jeremiah's ministry, known for his religious reforms.