Key Figures — Jeremiah 36

5 figures

Jeremiah
Prophet of God
Jeremiah receives God's word and dictates it to Baruch to be written on a scroll, warning of impending judgment on Judah.
Related passages
- Jeremiah Chapter 1 (Jeremiah's calling as a prophet)
- Jeremiah Chapter 25 (Prophecies of judgment against Judah)
Baruch
Scribe and assistant to Jeremiah
Baruch writes down the words of Jeremiah on a scroll and reads them to the people and officials, demonstrating obedience and faithfulness.
Related passages
- Jeremiah Chapter 45 (Baruch's personal message from God)
Jehoiakim
King of Judah
Jehoiakim reacts with hostility to the reading of the scroll, cutting it and burning it, showing his rejection of God's word.
Related passages
- 2 Kings Chapter 23-24 (Reign of Jehoiakim)
- Jeremiah Chapter 22 (Prophecies against Jehoiakim)
Jehudi
Messenger and reader of the scroll
Jehudi reads the scroll to King Jehoiakim, acting as an intermediary between Baruch and the king.
Related passages
- Jeremiah Chapter 36 (Jehudi's role in the narrative)
Elnathan, Delaiah, Gemariah
Officials of Judah
These officials hear the words of the scroll and advise the king, showing a mix of fear and respect for God's word.
Related passages
- Jeremiah Chapter 36 (Their involvement in the narrative)

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