Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version The whole Babylonian army, under the commander of the imperial guard, broke down all the walls around Jerusalem. New Living Translation Then he supervised the entire Babylonian army as they tore down the walls of Jerusalem on every side. English Standard Version And all the army of the Chaldeans, who were with the captain of the guard, broke down all the walls around Jerusalem. Berean Standard Bible And the whole army of the Chaldeans under the captain of the guard broke down all the walls around Jerusalem. King James Bible And all the army of the Chaldeans, that were with the captain of the guard, brake down all the walls of Jerusalem round about. New King James Version And all the army of the Chaldeans who were with the captain of the guard broke down all the walls of Jerusalem all around. New American Standard Bible So the entire army of the Chaldeans who were with the captain of the guard tore down all the walls around Jerusalem. NASB 1995 So all the army of the Chaldeans who were with the captain of the guard broke down all the walls around Jerusalem. NASB 1977 So all the army of the Chaldeans who were with the captain of the guard broke down all the walls around Jerusalem. Legacy Standard Bible So all the military force of the Chaldeans who were with the captain of the guard tore down all the walls around Jerusalem. Amplified Bible So all the army of the Chaldeans who were with the captain of the guard broke down all the walls around Jerusalem. Christian Standard Bible The whole Chaldean army with the captain of the guards tore down all the walls surrounding Jerusalem. Holman Christian Standard Bible The whole Chaldean army with the commander of the guards tore down all the walls surrounding Jerusalem. American Standard Version And all the army of the Chaldeans, that were with the captain of the guard, brake down all the walls of Jerusalem round about. Contemporary English Version Then he ordered the Babylonian soldiers to break down the walls around Jerusalem. English Revised Version And all the army of the Chaldeans, that were with the captain of the guard, brake down all the walls of Jerusalem round about. GOD'S WORD® Translation The entire Babylonian army that was with the captain of the guard tore down the walls around Jerusalem. Good News Translation and his soldiers tore down the city walls. International Standard Version All the Chaldean troops who were with the captain of the guard tore down all the walls around Jerusalem. NET Bible The whole Babylonian army that came with the captain of the royal guard tore down the walls that surrounded Jerusalem. New Heart English Bible All the army of the Chaldeans, who were with the captain of the guard, broke down all the walls of Jerusalem all around. Webster's Bible Translation And all the army of the Chaldeans, that were with the captain of the guard, broke down all the walls of Jerusalem on every side. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleAnd the whole army of the Chaldeans under the captain of the guard broke down all the walls around Jerusalem. World English Bible All the army of the Chaldeans, who were with the captain of the guard, broke down all the walls of Jerusalem all around. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand all the forces of the Chaldeans that [are] with the chief of the executioners have broken down all the walls of Jerusalem. Young's Literal Translation and all the walls of Jerusalem round about broken down have all the forces of the Chaldeans that are with the chief of the executioners. Smith's Literal Translation And all the walls of Jerusalem round about, all the strength of the Chaldees which were with the chief of the cooks, brake down. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd all the army of the Chaldeans that were with the general broke down all the wall of Jerusalem round about. Catholic Public Domain Version And the entire army of the Chaldeans, who were with the chief of the military, destroyed the entire wall all around Jerusalem. New American Bible Then the Chaldean troops with the captain of the guard tore down all the walls that surrounded Jerusalem. New Revised Standard Version All the army of the Chaldeans, who were with the captain of the guard, broke down all the walls around Jerusalem. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd all the army of the Chaldeans that were with the general of the guard broke down all the walls of Jerusalem round about. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And all the walls of Jerusalem in a circle the entire army of the Chaldeans that was with the High Guard pulled down OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And all the army of the Chaldeans, that were with the captain of the guard, broke down all the walls of Jerusalem round about. Brenton Septuagint Translation And the host of the Chaldeans that was with the captain of the guard pulled down all the wall of Jerusalem round about. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Temple Destroyed…13He burned down the house of the LORD, the royal palace, and all the houses of Jerusalem—every significant building. 14And the whole army of the Chaldeans under the captain of the guard broke down all the walls around Jerusalem. 15Then Nebuzaradan captain of the guard carried into exile some of the poorest people and those who remained in the city, along with the deserters who had defected to the king of Babylon and the rest of the craftsmen.… Cross References 2 Kings 25:10 And the whole army of the Chaldeans under the captain of the guard broke down the walls around Jerusalem. 2 Chronicles 36:19 Then the Chaldeans set fire to the house of God and broke down the wall of Jerusalem. They burned down all the palaces and destroyed every article of value. Lamentations 2:2 Without pity the Lord has swallowed up all the dwellings of Jacob. In His wrath He has demolished the fortified cities of the Daughter of Judah. He brought to the ground and defiled her kingdom and its princes. Lamentations 2:9 Her gates have sunk into the ground; He has destroyed and shattered their bars. Her king and her princes are exiled among the nations, the law is no more, and even her prophets find no vision from the LORD. Ezekiel 24:21 Tell the house of Israel that this is what the Lord GOD says: ‘I am about to desecrate My sanctuary, the pride of your power, the desire of your eyes, and the delight of your soul. And the sons and daughters you left behind will fall by the sword.’ Ezekiel 26:12 They will plunder your wealth and pillage your merchandise. They will demolish your walls, tear down your beautiful homes, and throw your stones and timber and soil into the water. Nehemiah 1:3 And they told me, “The remnant who survived the exile are there in the province, in great trouble and disgrace. The wall of Jerusalem is broken down, and its gates have been burned with fire.” Isaiah 64:10-11 Your holy cities have become a wilderness. Zion has become a wasteland and Jerusalem a desolation. / Our holy and beautiful temple, where our fathers praised You, has been burned with fire, and all that was dear to us lies in ruins. Micah 3:12 Therefore, because of you, Zion will be plowed like a field, Jerusalem will become a heap of rubble, and the temple mount a wooded ridge. Psalm 79:1 A Psalm of Asaph. The nations, O God, have invaded Your inheritance; they have defiled Your holy temple and reduced Jerusalem to rubble. Matthew 24:2 “Do you see all these things?” He replied. “Truly I tell you, not one stone here will be left on another; every one will be thrown down.” Mark 13:2 “Do you see all these great buildings?” Jesus replied. “Not one stone here will be left on another; every one will be thrown down.” Luke 19:44 They will level you to the ground—you and the children within your walls. They will not leave one stone on another, because you did not recognize the time of your visitation from God.” Luke 21:6 “As for what you see here, the time will come when not one stone will be left on another; every one will be thrown down.” Acts 6:14 For we have heard him say that Jesus of Nazareth will destroy this place and change the customs that Moses handed down to us.” Treasury of Scripture And all the army of the Chaldeans, that were with the captain of the guard, broke down all the walls of Jerusalem round about. brake 2 Kings 25:10 And all the army of the Chaldees, that were with the captain of the guard, brake down the walls of Jerusalem round about. Nehemiah 1:3 And they said unto me, The remnant that are left of the captivity there in the province are in great affliction and reproach: the wall of Jerusalem also is broken down, and the gates thereof are burned with fire. Jump to Previous Army Babylonian Brake Broke Broken Captain Chaldaean Chaldeans Chalde'ans Chief Commander Executioners Forces Guard Imperial Jerusalem Round Side Walls WholeJump to Next Army Babylonian Brake Broke Broken Captain Chaldaean Chaldeans Chalde'ans Chief Commander Executioners Forces Guard Imperial Jerusalem Round Side Walls WholeJeremiah 52 1. Zedekiah rebels4. Jerusalem is besieged and taken 8. Zedekiah's sons killed, and his own eyes put out, 12. Nebuzaradan burns and spoils the city 24. He carries away the captives 28. The number of Jews carried captive 31. Evil-Merodach advances Jehoiachin And the whole army of the Chaldeans The Chaldeans, also known as the Babylonians, were a dominant power in the ancient Near East during the time of Jeremiah. This army was led by King Nebuchadnezzar II, who was known for his military prowess and expansionist policies. The Chaldeans were instrumental in the fall of Jerusalem, fulfilling the prophecies of Jeremiah and other prophets who warned of impending judgment due to the people's unfaithfulness to God. under the captain of the guard broke down all the walls around Jerusalem Persons / Places / Events 1. ChaldeansA people from southern Babylonia, known for their military prowess and as the dominant force in the Neo-Babylonian Empire. They were instrumental in the destruction of Jerusalem. 2. Captain of the Guard The leader of the Babylonian forces, often identified as Nebuzaradan, who was responsible for executing the orders of King Nebuchadnezzar, including the destruction of Jerusalem. 3. Jerusalem The capital city of Judah, central to Jewish identity and worship, which was besieged and destroyed by the Babylonians in 586 BC. 4. Walls of Jerusalem These walls symbolized the strength and protection of the city. Their destruction marked the complete defeat and humiliation of Judah. 5. Babylonian Siege The event in which the Babylonians besieged Jerusalem, leading to its eventual fall and the exile of its people. Teaching Points The Consequences of DisobedienceThe destruction of Jerusalem serves as a stark reminder of the consequences of turning away from God. Just as Judah faced judgment for its persistent sin, we too must heed God's warnings and live in obedience. God's Sovereignty in Judgment Despite the devastation, the fall of Jerusalem was under God's sovereign control. This teaches us to trust in God's ultimate plan, even when facing difficult circumstances. The Importance of Spiritual Fortification Just as the physical walls of Jerusalem were crucial for its defense, we must build spiritual walls through prayer, scripture, and community to protect against spiritual attacks. Hope Beyond Destruction While Jeremiah 52:14 depicts destruction, the broader biblical account assures us of restoration and hope. God's promises of redemption and renewal are available to all who turn to Him. Lists and Questions Top 10 Lessons from Jeremiah 52In 2 Kings 25:8, the city falls on the seventh day of the fifth month, while Jeremiah 52:12 reports the tenth day--how can these differing dates be reconciled? Why does Jeremiah 52:12-14 seem to conflict with 2 Kings 25:8-10 regarding the exact timing of Jerusalem's destruction? Ezekiel 12:13 foretells a ruler's capture, yet some historical accounts appear to conflict with the exact manner of King Zedekiah's downfall; how can these differences be reconciled? If 2 Kings 25:9 describes a total razing of Jerusalem, why is the archaeological record for such extensive destruction still debated? Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew And the wholeכָּל־ (kāl-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every army חֵ֣יל (ḥêl) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 2428: A force, an army, wealth, virtue, valor, strength of the Chaldeans כַּשְׂדִּ֔ים (kaś·dîm) Noun - proper - masculine plural Strong's 3778: Chaldeans -- a region of southern Babylon and its inhab under אֶת־ (’eṯ-) Preposition Strong's 854: Nearness, near, with, by, at, among the captain רַב־ (raḇ-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 7227: Much, many, great of the guard טַבָּחִֽים׃ (ṭab·bā·ḥîm) Noun - masculine plural Strong's 2876: A butcher, a lifeguardsman, a cook broke down נָֽתְצוּ֙ (nā·ṯə·ṣū) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person common plural Strong's 5422: To pull down, break down all כָּל־ (kāl-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every the walls חֹמ֥וֹת (ḥō·mō·wṯ) Noun - feminine plural construct Strong's 2346: A wall of protection around סָבִ֑יב (sā·ḇîḇ) Adverb Strong's 5439: A circle, neighbour, environs, around Jerusalem. יְרוּשָׁלִַ֖ם (yə·rū·šā·lim) Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 3389: Jerusalem -- probably 'foundation of peace', capital city of all Israel Links Jeremiah 52:14 NIVJeremiah 52:14 NLT Jeremiah 52:14 ESV Jeremiah 52:14 NASB Jeremiah 52:14 KJV Jeremiah 52:14 BibleApps.com Jeremiah 52:14 Biblia Paralela Jeremiah 52:14 Chinese Bible Jeremiah 52:14 French Bible Jeremiah 52:14 Catholic Bible OT Prophets: Jeremiah 52:14 All the army of the Chaldeans who (Jer.) |
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