Jeremiah 42:1

"Jeremiah."

Key Reflection

In Jeremiah 42:1, the mention of Jeremiah highlights his role as a prophet speaking God’s word, even in situations where his message might be unwelcome or challenging. The account sets the stage for the trust tested by the people, who ask Jeremiah to intercede on their behalf with the Babylonians, illustrating the ongoing tension between human faith and divine guidance.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Among those delivered by Johanan from Ishmael had been Jeremiah and BaruchJeremiah 43:6; and to them now all, without exception, come for counsel. Jezaniah -He is called Azariah inJeremiah 43:2. The Septuagint, in both places, call him Azariah. Since there is little reason for identifying him with Jezaniah the MaachathiteJeremiah 40:8, it is probable that the Septuagint is right in calling him in both places Azariah, and that the reading Jezaniah arose from some scribe assuming that his name must be found in the earlier list.

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