Key Figures — Jeremiah 38

4 figures

Jeremiah
Prophet of God delivering messages to Judah.
Jeremiah is imprisoned for prophesying the fall of Jerusalem to the Babylonians, yet remains faithful to God's message.
Related passages
- Jeremiah Chapter 37 (Jeremiah's previous imprisonment)
- Jeremiah Chapter 39 (The fall of Jerusalem as prophesied)
Zedekiah
King of Judah during the siege of Jerusalem.
Zedekiah secretly consults Jeremiah, showing his fear and indecision regarding the fate of Jerusalem.
Related passages
- 2 Kings Chapter 24 (Zedekiah's reign)
- Jeremiah Chapter 39 (Zedekiah's capture)
Ebed-Melech
Ethiopian eunuch serving in the king's house.
Ebed-Melech courageously intervenes to rescue Jeremiah from the cistern, demonstrating faith and righteousness.
Related passages
- Jeremiah Chapter 39 (Ebed-Melech's protection by God)
Princes of Judah
Officials opposing Jeremiah's message.
These princes seek to silence Jeremiah by imprisoning him, reflecting the resistance to God's word.
Related passages
- Jeremiah Chapter 37 (Opposition to Jeremiah)

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