Key Figures — Jeremiah 52

4 figures

1. Zedekiah

   Last king of Judah before the Babylonian exile.

   Zedekiah's reign ended with the Babylonian siege of Jerusalem, his capture, and the subsequent destruction of the city and temple.

   Related passages

   • 2 Kings Chapter 24-25 (Parallel account of Zedekiah's reign and fall)
   • Jeremiah Chapter 39 (Details of the fall of Jerusalem)

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   • #Judah
   • #Exile

2. Nebuchadnezzar

   King of Babylon who besieged and destroyed Jerusalem.

   Nebuchadnezzar's forces captured Jerusalem, leading to the exile of the people of Judah and the destruction of the temple.

   Related passages

   • Daniel Chapter 1 (Nebuchadnezzar's role in the exile)
   • 2 Kings Chapter 25 (Destruction of Jerusalem)

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   • #Babylon
   • #Exile

3. Gedaliah

   Appointed governor over the remnant in Judah by the Babylonians.

   Gedaliah was appointed as governor over the remaining people in Judah but was later assassinated, leading to further chaos.

   Related passages

   • 2 Kings Chapter 25 (Gedaliah's appointment and assassination)
   • Jeremiah Chapter 40-41 (Details of Gedaliah's governance and assassination)

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   • #Governor
   • #Remnant

4. Jehoiachin

   Former king of Judah who was exiled to Babylon.

   Jehoiachin was released from prison in Babylon and given a place of honor, symbolizing hope for the exiled people.

   Related passages

   • 2 Kings Chapter 25 (Jehoiachin's release from prison)
   • 2 Chronicles Chapter 36 (Jehoiachin's exile)

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   • #Exile
   • #Hope

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