Jeremiah Chapter 43: Verses 5-7 - In-Depth Bible Study

5 Instead, Johanan son of Kareah and all the army officers led away all the remnant of Judah who had come back to live in the land of Judah from all the nations where they had been scattered.

6 They also led away all the men, women and children and the king’s daughters whom Nebuzaradan commander of the imperial guard had left with Gedaliah son of Ahikam, the son of Shaphan, and Jeremiah the prophet and Baruch son of Neriah.

7 So they entered Egypt in disobedience to the Lord and went as far as Tahpanhes.

Meaning of Jeremiah 43:5-7

Jeremiah 43:5 highlights a pivotal moment of disobedience, as Johanan and the remnant defy God's command to remain in Judah. This verse serves as a profound reminder of human rebellion against divine guidance and the consequences that follow when we forsake the Lord's directives for our own plans.

Cross References for Jeremiah 43:5-7

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Jeremiah 40:11-12 - When all the Jews in Moab, Ammon, Edom and all the other countries heard that the king of Babyl... Click to read the verse Jeremiah 40:11-12 Click to read the verse Jeremiah 40:11-12

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Jeremiah 43:5-7 Jeremiah 43 - Egypt's Rejection

Cross References for Jeremiah 43:5-7