Jeremiah 43:4
Jeremiah 43:4 in Multiple Translations
So Johanan son of Kareah and all the commanders of the forces disobeyed the command of the LORD to stay in the land of Judah.
So Johanan the son of Kareah, and all the captains of the forces, and all the people, obeyed not the voice of the LORD, to dwell in the land of Judah.
So Johanan the son of Kareah, and all the captains of the forces, and all the people, obeyed not the voice of Jehovah, to dwell in the land of Judah.
So Johanan, the son of Kareah, and all the captains of the forces, and all the people, did not give ear to the order of the Lord that they were to go on living in the land of Judah.
So Johanan son of Kareah and all the army commanders refused to obey the Lord's command to stay in the land of Judah.
So Iohanan the sonne of Kareah, and all the captaines of the hoste, and all the people obeied not the voyce of the Lord, to dwell in the lande of Iudah.
And Johanan son of Kareah, and all the heads of the forces, and all the people, have not hearkened to the voice of Jehovah, to dwell in the land of Judah;
So Johanan the son of Kareah, and all the captains of the forces, and all the people, didn’t obey the LORD’s voice, to dwell in the land of Judah.
So Johanan the son of Kareah, and all the captains of the forces, and all the people, obeyed not the voice of the LORD, to dwell in the land of Judah.
So Johanan the son of Caree, and all the captains of the soldiers, and all the people, obeyed not the voice of the Lord, to remain in the land of Juda.
So Johanan and the other leaders of the Israeli soldiers and many of [HYP] the other people who were there refused to obey Yahweh’s command to stay in Judah.
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Hebrew Word Reference — Jeremiah 43:4
Study Notes — Jeremiah 43:4
- Context
- Cross References
- Jeremiah 43:4 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Jeremiah 43:4
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Jeremiah 43:4
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Jeremiah 43:4
- Trapp's Commentary on Jeremiah 43:4
- Barnes' Notes on Jeremiah 43:4
- Sermons on Jeremiah 43:4
Context — Jeremiah Taken to Egypt
4So Johanan son of Kareah and all the commanders of the forces disobeyed the command of the LORD to stay in the land of Judah.
5Instead, Johanan son of Kareah and all the commanders of the forces took the whole remnant of Judah, those who had returned to the land of Judah from all the nations to which they had been scattered, 6the men, the women, the children, the king’s daughters, and everyone whom Nebuzaradan captain of the guard had allowed to remain with Gedaliah son of Ahikam, the son of Shaphan, as well as Jeremiah the prophet and Baruch son of Neriah.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Jeremiah 42:5–6 | Then they said to Jeremiah, “May the LORD be a true and faithful witness against us if we do not act upon every word that the LORD your God sends you to tell us. Whether it is pleasant or unpleasant, we will obey the voice of the LORD our God to whom we are sending you, so that it may go well with us, for we will obey the voice of the LORD our God!” |
| 2 | Psalms 37:3 | Trust in the LORD and do good; dwell in the land and cultivate faithfulness. |
| 3 | 2 Chronicles 25:16 | While he was still speaking, the king asked, “Have we made you the counselor to the king? Stop! Why be struck down?” So the prophet stopped, but he said, “I know that God has determined to destroy you, because you have done this and have not heeded my advice.” |
| 4 | Jeremiah 44:5 | But they did not listen or incline their ears; they did not turn from their wickedness or stop burning incense to other gods. |
| 5 | Jeremiah 42:10–13 | ‘If you will indeed stay in this land, then I will build you up and not tear you down; I will plant you and not uproot you, for I will relent of the disaster I have brought upon you. Do not be afraid of the king of Babylon, whom you now fear; do not be afraid of him, declares the LORD, for I am with you to save you and deliver you from him. And I will show you compassion, and he will have compassion on you and restore you to your own land.’ But if you say, ‘We will not stay in this land,’ and you thus disobey the voice of the LORD your God, |
| 6 | Ecclesiastes 9:16 | And I said, “Wisdom is better than strength, but the wisdom of the poor man is despised, and his words are not heeded.” |
Jeremiah 43:4 Summary
This verse is saying that the leaders of Judah, including Johanan son of Kareah, did not listen to God's command to stay in Judah, but instead decided to go to Egypt. This was a mistake, because God had told them to stay in Judah and trust in His protection, as seen in Jeremiah 42:10-17. Just like the people in this verse, we can sometimes disobey God's commands and try to do things our own way, but this can lead to trouble and heartache, as seen in Jeremiah 44:1-30 and Deuteronomy 28:15. We can learn from this verse to always trust in God's goodness and sovereignty, and to obey His commands, even when it's hard, as seen in Proverbs 3:5-6 and Psalm 37:3-7.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the command of the LORD that Johanan son of Kareah and the commanders disobeyed?
The command of the LORD was to stay in the land of Judah, as spoken through Jeremiah the prophet, and not to go to Egypt to reside there, as seen in Jeremiah 42:10-17 and Jeremiah 43:4.
Why did Johanan son of Kareah and the commanders refuse to listen to Jeremiah?
They accused Jeremiah of lying and being influenced by Baruch son of Neriah, as stated in Jeremiah 43:2-3, and they did not believe that the LORD had truly spoken through him.
What were the consequences of disobeying the command of the LORD in this verse?
The consequences of disobeying the command of the LORD are not explicitly stated in Jeremiah 43:4, but in Jeremiah 44:1-30, we see that the people who went to Egypt were later judged by God for their disobedience, and in Deuteronomy 28:15 and Deuteronomy 28:45-48, we see the general principle that disobedience to God's commands leads to negative consequences.
How does this verse relate to the overall theme of Jeremiah's prophecy?
This verse fits into the overall theme of Jeremiah's prophecy, which is to call the people of Judah to repentance and obedience to the LORD, as seen in Jeremiah 7:1-7 and Jeremiah 18:1-10, and to warn them of the consequences of disobedience, as seen in Jeremiah 25:1-14.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I might be disobeying the commands of the LORD in my own life, and what steps can I take to repent and obey Him?
- How can I be sure that I am hearing and following the voice of the LORD, rather than my own desires or the opinions of others?
- In what ways can I trust in the sovereignty and goodness of God, even when I do not understand His plans or commands?
- What are some areas of my life where I need to trust in God's promises and provision, rather than relying on my own strength or the help of others?
Gill's Exposition on Jeremiah 43:4
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Jeremiah 43:4
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Jeremiah 43:4
Trapp's Commentary on Jeremiah 43:4
Barnes' Notes on Jeremiah 43:4
Sermons on Jeremiah 43:4
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Where to Go? What to Do? by Jim Cymbala | In this sermon, the pastor emphasizes the importance of preaching the whole counsel of God, rather than catering to what people want to hear. He uses the example of Jeremiah, who w |
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Hearers Not Doers by Chuck Smith | This sermon emphasizes the importance of not only hearing the Word of God but also actively doing what it says. It warns against the deception of merely agreeing with God's command |
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Jeremiah 42:5 by Chuck Smith | Chuck Smith discusses the theme of empty promises in Jeremiah 42:5, emphasizing the solemn vow made by the people to obey God's commands through Jeremiah. Despite their sincere int |
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Commit by Bill McLeod | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the concept of committal and trusting in God's plan. He uses the example of Paul and the sailors in the book of Acts who were caught in a viol |
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The Consequences of Not Trusting God - Part 2 by David Wilkerson | This sermon focuses on Abraham's journey of faith, highlighting the challenges and crises he faced as he learned to fully trust God with his life and future. Despite encountering s |
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The Story of My Vw Bug by K P Yohannan by K.P. Yohannan | This sermon shares a touching story of a man purchasing a 1962 Volkswagen Bug from a young girl who was going to serve as a missionary in the Philippines. It emphasizes the importa |
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What Can You Do? by Jim Cymbala | In this sermon, the speaker addresses the fear and uncertainty that many people feel in the current world, particularly in relation to issues such as terrorism and moral decay. He |





