Key Figures — Jeremiah 43

3 figures

1. Jeremiah

   Prophet of God delivering warnings and prophecies.

   Jeremiah warns the remnant of Judah against going to Egypt, as it is against God's command. Despite his warnings, the people do not listen and forcibly take him to Egypt.

   Related passages

   • Jeremiah Chapter 42 (Jeremiah warns the people not to go to Egypt)
   • Jeremiah Chapter 44 (Jeremiah continues to prophesy in Egypt)

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2. Johanan

   Leader of the remnant of Judah.

   Johanan, along with other leaders, rejects Jeremiah's prophecy and leads the people to Egypt, disobeying God's command.

   Related passages

   • Jeremiah Chapter 42 (Johanan seeks Jeremiah's counsel but later disobeys)
   • 2 Kings Chapter 25 (Context of the remnant after the fall of Jerusalem)

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3. Nebuchadnezzar

   King of Babylon, used by God as an instrument of judgment.

   Though not directly present in this chapter, Nebuchadnezzar is mentioned as the one who will conquer Egypt, fulfilling God's prophecy through Jeremiah.

   Related passages

   • Jeremiah Chapter 25 (Nebuchadnezzar as God's servant for judgment)
   • Jeremiah Chapter 46 (Prophecy against Egypt)

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