Jeremiah 28:1

"Jeremiah."

Key Reflection

In Jeremiah 28:1, the mention of "Jeremiah" introduces the context of a prophet speaking to others about divine messages. Jeremiah, known for his prophetic ministry during a time of significant spiritual and political turmoil in Judah, here represents a figure through whom God conveys important revelations or warnings, setting the stage for the ensuing dialogue about divine truths and prophecies.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

In the beginning ... Zedekiah -Probably a gloss put into the margin to explain “the same year,” from where it has crept into the text. Gibeon -A city of priestsJoshua 21:17. Hananiah was probably a priest as well as a prophet. He chose either a Sabbath or a new moon, that he might confront Jeremiah not only in the presence of the priests, but also of all the people. He usedJeremiah 28:2the solemn formula which claims direct inspiration.

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