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Lesson 43: Jeremiah Persecuted by King & False Prophets (Jeremiah 26-36)

Lesson 43 from The Divided Kingdom & The Prophets by Rhodes Davis.

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Lesson Overview

Scripture Text: Jeremiah 26-36
Estimated Date: 640 - 586 B.C.

Synopsis: Jeremiah had to suffer for his message. He was imprisoned for teaching the truth and was ostracized by the people. Yet he continued to preach the message of God. Even as he prophesied of their coming destruction, he also had a message of hope for the future if they would repent while in captivity.

Questions for Discussion & Study

  1. What did the prophets and priests try to do to Jeremiah in chapter 26? Why did they not do it?

  2. What is the symbol and message of the bonds and the yokes?

  3. Explain Jeremiah 31:31-

    • 34. Where is it found in the New Testament?

  4. What is the lesson of the Rechabites in chapter 35?

  5. How did Jehoiakim do with the scroll of the words against Judah? What message did Jeremiah bring him? What did it symbolize?