Chaldeanכַּשְׂדִּי
kasdiy · Hebrew Noun/Adjective
Refers to the Neo-Babylonian Empire under Nebuchadnezzar II, which God used as an instrument of judgment against Judah. Historically, they were a Semitic people from southern Mesopotamia who became the dominant regional power in the 7th and 6th centuries BC.
Jerusalemיְרוּשָׁלִַם
Yĕrūshālayim · Hebrew Noun
The central religious and political heart of the Kingdom of Judah, representing the presence of God and the focus of prophetic ministry and national identity. It is frequently referred to in Scripture as the 'city of God' or 'Zion'.
prophetנָבִיא
nābîʾ · Hebrew Noun
A human messenger divinely appointed by God to convey His word, call the people to repentance, or predict future events. The office was characterized by total dependence on the Spirit of God to speak truth regardless of opposition.
desertingנָפַל
nāp̱al · Hebrew Verb
The intentional act of abandoning one's post, allegiance, or people to join the enemy. In a biblical and covenantal context, it implies a breach of loyalty to one's nation or to God Himself.
lieשֶׁקֶר
sheqer · Hebrew Noun
A deliberate perversion of the truth, often associated with deception, falsehood, and lack of integrity. Scripture consistently warns against it as contrary to the nature of God, who is Truth.
officialsשַׂר
sar · Hebrew Noun
Refers to those in positions of political or civil authority. In the context of Jeremiah's ministry, they often represent the establishment that resists God's word and persecutes His messengers.
prisonבֵּית הַכֶּלֶא
beyth ha-keleʾ · Hebrew Noun phrase
A place of confinement used for punishment or detention. In biblical narratives, imprisonment often serves as a trial for the righteous and a testament to the hostility of a fallen world toward God’s truth.
dungeon cellsחָנוּת
chanuth · Hebrew Noun
A physical place of confinement, often underground, used for punishment or detention. In a biblical context, it symbolizes entrapment, suffering, and the silencing of God's messengers.
LORDיְהוָה
YHWH · Hebrew Proper Noun
Yahweh, the personal, covenantal name of God in the Old Testament. It signifies the self-existent, eternal, and redemptive God of Israel who intervenes in human history.
wordדָּבָר
dabar · Hebrew Noun
A message or revelation communicated by God to a human representative. It implies divine authority and the active intervention of God in the affairs of His people.
deliveredנָתַן
nathan · Hebrew Verb
To be handed over, given, or surrendered to an enemy as a consequence of judgment or failure. It signifies the removal of divine protection.
wrongחֵטְא
cheth · Hebrew Noun
A moral failing, iniquity, or offense against God or people. It denotes a violation of the covenant or a breach of justice.
prophetsנָבִיא
nabi' · Hebrew Noun
One who speaks on behalf of another; specifically, one who declares the revealed will of God to humanity. False prophets claim this authority without divine mandate.
prophesiedנָבָא
naba' · Hebrew Verb
To declare future events or God's will under divine inspiration. In a negative sense, it refers to speaking presumptuously or falsely.
humble pleaתְּחִנָּה
techinnah · Hebrew Noun
A respectful or earnest request made to a superior for mercy or relief. It reflects a position of vulnerability and total dependence on the favor of the one being petitioned.
Kingמֶלֶךְ
melek · Hebrew Noun
The royal title for the sovereign ruler of the Kingdom of Judah. In this context, it refers to the monarch whose authority over the city determines Jeremiah's physical security amidst the siege.
Zedekiahצִדְקִיָּהוּ
Tsidqiyahu · Hebrew Proper Noun
Refers to the final ruler of the Davidic line in Jerusalem before the Babylonian exile. His name means "the Lord is my righteousness," ironically contrasting with his vacillating leadership.
Jeremiahיִרְמְיָהוּ
Yirmeyahu · Hebrew Proper Noun
A prophet called by God to proclaim judgment and repentance to Judah. Throughout his ministry, he is frequently persecuted for his faithful delivery of unpopular divine messages.
courtחָצֵר
hatser · Hebrew Noun
An enclosed area or courtyard often associated with royal or military complexes. In the Bible, it serves as a site of confinement or restricted freedom for political prisoners.
guardמַטָּרָה
mattarah · Hebrew Noun
A specific group of soldiers tasked with protection or incarceration duties. In the Bible, these are often elite units guarding the monarch or sensitive state locations.
