Jeremiah 36:16
New International Version
When they heard all these words, they looked at each other in fear and said to Baruch, “We must report all these words to the king.”

New Living Translation
When they heard all the messages, they looked at one another in alarm. “We must tell the king what we have heard,” they said to Baruch.

English Standard Version
When they heard all the words, they turned one to another in fear. And they said to Baruch, “We must report all these words to the king.”

Berean Standard Bible
When they had heard all these words, they turned to one another in fear and said to Baruch, “Surely we must report all these words to the king.”

King James Bible
Now it came to pass, when they had heard all the words, they were afraid both one and other, and said unto Baruch, We will surely tell the king of all these words.

New King James Version
Now it happened, when they had heard all the words, that they looked in fear from one to another, and said to Baruch, “We will surely tell the king of all these words.”

New American Standard Bible
When they had heard all the words, they turned in fear one to another. And they said to Baruch, “We will certainly report all these words to the king.”

NASB 1995
When they had heard all the words, they turned in fear one to another and said to Baruch, “We will surely report all these words to the king.”

NASB 1977
Now it came about when they had heard all the words, they turned in fear one to another and said to Baruch, “We will surely report all these words to the king.”

Legacy Standard Bible
Now it happened that when they heard all the words, they turned in dread one to another and said to Baruch, “We will surely declare all these words to the king.”

Amplified Bible
Now when they had heard all the words, they turned one to another in fear and said to Baruch, “We must surely report all these words to the king.”

Christian Standard Bible
When they had heard all the words, they turned to each other in fear and said to Baruch, “We must surely tell the king all these things.”

Holman Christian Standard Bible
When they had heard all the words, they turned to each other in fear and said to Baruch, “We must surely tell the king all these things.”

American Standard Version
Now it came to pass, when they had heard all the words, they turned in fear one toward another, and said unto Baruch, We will surely tell the king of all these words.

Contemporary English Version
After they heard what was written on the scroll, they were worried and said to each other, "The king needs to hear this!" Turning to Baruch, they asked,

English Revised Version
Now it came to pass, when they had heard all the words, they turned in fear one toward another, and said unto Baruch, We will surely tell the king of all these words.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
When they heard everything, they turned to each other in terror. They said to Baruch, "We must tell the king everything."

Good News Translation
After he had read it, they turned to one another in alarm and said to Baruch, "We must report this to the king."

International Standard Version
When they heard all the words, they turned to one another in fear, saying to Baruch, "We must report all these things to the king."

Majority Standard Bible
When they had heard all these words, they turned to one another in fear and said to Baruch, “Surely we must report all these words to the king.”

NET Bible
When they had heard it all, they expressed their alarm to one another. Then they said to Baruch, "We must certainly give the king a report about everything you have read!"

New Heart English Bible
Now it happened, when they had heard all the words, they turned in fear one toward another, and said to Baruch, "We will surely tell the king of all these words."

Webster's Bible Translation
Now it came to pass when they had heard all the words, they were afraid both one and another, and said to Baruch, We will surely tell the king of all these words.

World English Bible
Now when they had heard all the words, they turned in fear one toward another, and said to Baruch, “We will surely tell the king of all these words.”
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and it comes to pass, when they hear all the words, they have been afraid—one to another—and say to Baruch, “We surely declare all these words to the king.”

Young's Literal Translation
and it cometh to pass, when they hear all the words, they have been afraid one at another, and say unto Baruch, 'We do surely declare to the king all these words.'

Smith's Literal Translation
And it will be when they heard all the words, they trembled, a man with his neighbor, and they will say to Baruch, Announcing, we will announce to the king all these words.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And when they had heard all the words, they looked upon one another with astonishment, and they said to Baruch: We must tell the king all these words.

Catholic Public Domain Version
Therefore, when they had heard all the words, each one looked at his neighbor in astonishment, and they said to Baruch: “We ought to report all these words to the king.”

New American Bible
and when they had heard all its words, they turned to each other in alarm and said to Baruch, “We have to tell the king all these things.”

New Revised Standard Version
When they heard all the words, they turned to one another in alarm, and said to Baruch, “We certainly must report all these words to the king.”
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Now it came to pass when they had heard all the words that they were alarmed, looking one to another, and they said to Baruch, We will surely tell the king of all these words.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And when they heard the words, they were astounded, each man, along with his neighbor, and they said to Baruk: “We shall show the King all of these words”
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
Now it came to pass, when they had heard all the words, they turned in fear one toward another, and said unto Baruch: 'We will surely tell the king of all these words.'

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And it came to pass, when they had heard all the words, that they took counsel each with his neighbour, and said, Let us by all means tell the king all these words.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Jeremiah's Scroll Read in the King's House
15“Please sit down,” they said, “and read it in our hearing.” So Baruch read it in their hearing. 16 When they had heard all these words, they turned to one another in fear and said to Baruch, “Surely we must report all these words to the king.” 17“Tell us now,” they asked Baruch, “how did you write all these words? Was it at Jeremiah’s dictation?”…

Cross References
2 Kings 22:11
When the king heard the words of the Book of the Law, he tore his clothes

Nehemiah 8:9
Nehemiah the governor, Ezra the priest and scribe, and the Levites who were instructing the people said to all of them, “This day is holy to the LORD your God. Do not mourn or weep.” For all the people were weeping as they heard the words of the Law.

Acts 2:37
When the people heard this, they were cut to the heart and asked Peter and the other apostles, “Brothers, what shall we do?”

2 Chronicles 34:19
When the king heard the words of the Law, he tore his clothes

Acts 17:11
Now the Bereans were more noble-minded than the Thessalonians, for they received the message with great eagerness and examined the Scriptures every day to see if these teachings were true.

Isaiah 66:2
Has not My hand made all these things? And so they came into being,” declares the LORD. “This is the one I will esteem: he who is humble and contrite in spirit, who trembles at My word.

Hebrews 4:12
For the word of God is living and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it pierces even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow. It judges the thoughts and intentions of the heart.

2 Kings 22:13
“Go and inquire of the LORD for me, for the people, and for all Judah concerning the words in this book that has been found. For great is the wrath of the LORD that burns against us because our fathers have not obeyed the words of this book by doing all that is written about us.”

Acts 24:25
As Paul expounded on righteousness, self-control, and the coming judgment, Felix became frightened and said, “You may go for now. When I find the time, I will call for you.”

Ezekiel 3:10
“Son of man,” He added, “listen carefully to all the words I speak to you, and take them to heart.

Romans 10:17
Consequently, faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of Christ.

2 Chronicles 34:21
“Go and inquire of the LORD for me and for those remaining in Israel and Judah concerning the words in the book that has been found. For great is the wrath of the LORD that has been poured out on us because our fathers have not kept the word of the LORD by doing all that is written in this book.”

Luke 24:32
They asked each other, “Were not our hearts burning within us as He spoke with us on the road and opened the Scriptures to us?”

Isaiah 55:11
so My word that proceeds from My mouth will not return to Me empty, but it will accomplish what I please, and it will prosper where I send it.

Acts 16:29-30
Calling for lights, the jailer rushed in and fell trembling before Paul and Silas. / Then he brought them out and asked, “Sirs, what must I do to be saved?”


Treasury of Scripture

Now it came to pass, when they had heard all the words, they were afraid both one and other, and said to Baruch, We will surely tell the king of all these words.

they were.

Jeremiah 36:24
Yet they were not afraid, nor rent their garments, neither the king, nor any of his servants that heard all these words.

Acts 24:25,26
And as he reasoned of righteousness, temperance, and judgment to come, Felix trembled, and answered, Go thy way for this time; when I have a convenient season, I will call for thee…

We.

Jeremiah 13:18
Say unto the king and to the queen, Humble yourselves, sit down: for your principalities shall come down, even the crown of your glory.

Jeremiah 38:1-4
Then Shephatiah the son of Mattan, and Gedaliah the son of Pashur, and Jucal the son of Shelemiah, and Pashur the son of Malchiah, heard the words that Jeremiah had spoken unto all the people, saying, …

Amos 7:10,11
Then Amaziah the priest of Bethel sent to Jeroboam king of Israel, saying, Amos hath conspired against thee in the midst of the house of Israel: the land is not able to bear all his words…

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Jeremiah 36
1. Jeremiah causes Baruch to write his prophesy,
5. and publicly to read it.
11. The princes, having intelligence thereof by Michaiah,
14. send Jehudi to fetch the roll and read it.
19. They will Baruch to hide himself and Jeremiah.
20. The king, Jehoiakim, being certified thereof, hears part of it and burns the roll.
27. Jeremiah denounces his judgment.
32. Baruch writes a new copy.














When they heard all these words
This phrase indicates a moment of revelation and realization. The Hebrew root for "heard" is "שָׁמַע" (shama), which implies not just hearing but understanding and internalizing. In the context of ancient Israel, hearing the words of a prophet was akin to receiving a direct message from God. The phrase suggests that the words spoken by Baruch, as dictated by Jeremiah, were powerful and convicting, resonating deeply with the listeners. This moment underscores the authority of God's word and its ability to penetrate the hearts of those who hear it.

they turned to one another in fear
The reaction of fear is significant. The Hebrew word for "fear" is "יָרֵא" (yare), which can denote a range of emotions from terror to reverence. In this context, it likely reflects a recognition of the seriousness of the message and the potential consequences of ignoring it. Historically, the people of Judah were facing imminent danger from Babylon, and the prophetic words would have been a stark reminder of their precarious situation. This fear is not just a reaction to impending doom but also a recognition of the divine authority behind the message.

and said to Baruch
Baruch, the scribe of Jeremiah, plays a crucial role as the intermediary between the prophet and the people. His presence in this narrative highlights the importance of faithful transmission of God's word. Baruch's role is reminiscent of the scribes and teachers in Israel who were responsible for preserving and teaching the law. His faithfulness in delivering the message, despite the potential danger, serves as an example of obedience and courage in the face of adversity.

Surely we must report all these words to the king
This decision to report to the king reflects a sense of duty and urgency. The phrase "we must" indicates a compelling obligation, suggesting that the words of the prophecy were too significant to be ignored or kept secret. In the historical context, the king held the power to influence the nation's response to prophetic warnings. The decision to inform the king underscores the gravity of the situation and the hope that the king might heed the warning and lead the nation in repentance. This action reflects a belief in the possibility of redemption and change, even in dire circumstances.

(16) They were afraid both one and other . . .--The words indicate a conflict of feelings. They were alarmed for themselves and their country as they heard, with at least a partial faith, the woes that were threatened as impending. They were alarmed also for the safety of the prophet and the scribe who had the boldness to utter those woes. They have no hostile purpose in communicating what they had heard to the king, but the matter had come to their official knowledge, and they had no alternative but to report it (Leviticus 5:1; Proverbs 29:24).

Verse 16. - They were afraid both one and other; rather, they turned shudderingly one to another. Such an announcement as Jeremiah's at such a serious crisis startled them by its boldness. We may infer that the prophet had for some time, by Divine command, kept his sombre anticipations in the background. We will surely tell the king; rather, we have to tell the king. Friendly feeling would have prompted them to hush up the affair (see Jeremiah 27:20, 21), but duty forbade.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
When they had heard
כְּשָׁמְעָם֙ (kə·šā·mə·‘ām)
Preposition-k | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct | third person masculine plural
Strong's 8085: To hear intelligently

all
כָּל־ (kāl-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every

these words,
הַדְּבָרִ֔ים (had·də·ḇā·rîm)
Article | Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 1697: A word, a matter, thing, a cause

they turned to
אֶל־ (’el-)
Preposition
Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to

each
אִ֣ישׁ (’îš)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 376: A man as an individual, a male person

other
רֵעֵ֑הוּ (rê·‘ê·hū)
Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 7453: Friend, companion, fellow

in fear
פָּחֲד֖וּ (pā·ḥă·ḏū)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person common plural
Strong's 6342: To dread, be in dread or in awe

and said
וַיֹּֽאמְרוּ֙ (way·yō·mə·rū)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural
Strong's 559: To utter, say

to
אֶל־ (’el-)
Preposition
Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to

Baruch,
בָּר֔וּךְ (bā·rūḵ)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1263: Baruch -- 'blessed', three Israelites

“Surely we must report
הַגֵּ֤יד (hag·gêḏ)
Verb - Hifil - Infinitive absolute
Strong's 5046: To be conspicuous

all
כָּל־ (kāl-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every

these
הָאֵֽלֶּה׃ (hā·’êl·leh)
Article | Pronoun - common plural
Strong's 428: These, those

words
הַדְּבָרִ֖ים (had·də·ḇā·rîm)
Article | Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 1697: A word, a matter, thing, a cause

to the king.”
לַמֶּ֔לֶךְ (lam·me·leḵ)
Preposition-l, Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 4428: A king


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