Jeremiah 37:20

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А теперь послушай же, господин мой и царь, да найдёт просьба моя услышание у тебя: не дай снова перевести меня в дом государственного писаря Ионафана, чтобы я не умер там!«

Что это значит?

In this verse, Jeremiah is speaking to the king of Judah. He is begging the king not to send him back to the house of Jonathan the scribe because he fears he might die there. Jeremiah is seeking mercy and protection.

Объяснение для детей

Imagine you're playing hide and seek, and you find a hiding spot that's not safe. You tell your friend, who's it, to not send you back there because you might get hurt. That's like what Jeremiah is doing, but with something much more serious.

Исторический контекст

Jeremiah, the prophet, wrote this during the Babylonian siege of Jerusalem around 588-586 BC. He is pleading with King Zedekiah to avoid being sent back to a place where he feels threatened. This was a time of great political turmoil and danger for the people of Judah.

Применение сегодня

In a modern scenario, if someone is in a toxic work environment and needs to ask their boss for a transfer or a change in responsibilities to avoid harm, this verse can serve as a reminder of the importance of speaking up and seeking protection.

Темы

• protection
• fear
• authority
• prayer
• perseverance
• deliverance

Связанные стихи

• Ezekiel 33:11
• Psalm 91:9-10
• Matthew 10:28
• Proverbs 29:25
• 2 Timothy 4:16

Часто задаваемые вопросы

Why was Jeremiah afraid of Jonathan's house?

Jeremiah was afraid because he had previously been imprisoned there, and he feared it was a place where he might be mistreated or even die.

Who was King Zedekiah?

King Zedekiah was the last king of Judah before the Babylonian exile. He ruled during a time of conflict and was ultimately taken into captivity by the Babylonians.

What does this verse tell us about Jeremiah's faith?

This verse shows that despite his fear and the danger he faced, Jeremiah still trusted and appealed to God and the king for deliverance.

How does Jeremiah's plea relate to the overall message of his book?

Jeremiah's plea reflects his consistent message of calling for repentance and salvation, while also facing the consequences of living out his prophetic role in a hostile environment.