Jeremiah 38:9

French (La Sainte Bible par Louis Segond 1910)

O roi, mon seigneur, ces hommes ont mal agi en traitant de la sorte Jérémie, le prophète, en le jetant dans la citerne; il mourra de faim là où il est, car il n'y a plus de pain dans la ville.

Que signifie ce verset ?

In this verse, Ebed-melech is speaking to King Zedekiah about Jeremiah the prophet who has been unfairly thrown into a dungeon. He warns that Jeremiah is in danger of starving to death because there's no more bread in the city.

Expliqué aux enfants

Imagine if a friend was unfairly put in a dark closet and you told a grown-up that your friend might starve because there's no food left. That's what's happening here with Jeremiah and Ebed-melech is the one telling the king about it.

Contexte historique

Jeremiah 38:9 is part of the book of Jeremiah, written by the prophet Jeremiah around 587 BCE. The book details Jeremiah's warnings to the kingdom of Judah and his experiences during the Babylonian siege of Jerusalem. This verse is set against the backdrop of the Babylonian siege, where food scarcity was a serious issue.

Application pour aujourd'hui

In today's world, this verse can remind us to speak up for those who are unfairly treated and are in danger. For example, if you see a coworker being mistreated and facing serious consequences, it's important to speak to someone who can help.

Thèmes

• justice
• deliverance
• persecution
• prophets
• leadership
• helping others

Versets liés

• Esther 8:3
• Daniel 6:14
• Matthew 25:35
• Acts 12:6
• 1 Timothy 5:17

Questions fréquentes

Who is Ebed-melech in this verse?

Ebed-melech is a Cushite servant of the king who shows concern for Jeremiah and speaks to King Zedekiah about his plight.

What does it mean by 'no more bread in the city'?

This phrase indicates the severe food scarcity in Jerusalem during the Babylonian siege, highlighting the dire circumstances Jeremiah faces.

Why is Jeremiah in the dungeon?

Jeremiah had been imprisoned for prophesying about the destruction of Jerusalem and the kingdom of Judah, which angered those in power.

How can this verse help us in real life?

It encourages us to speak up for those who are unfairly treated and to help those in need, especially when they are in dangerous situations.