Jeremiah 40:13
New International Version
Johanan son of Kareah and all the army officers still in the open country came to Gedaliah at Mizpah

New Living Translation
Soon after this, Johanan son of Kareah and the other military leaders came to Gedaliah at Mizpah.

English Standard Version
Now Johanan the son of Kareah and all the leaders of the forces in the open country came to Gedaliah at Mizpah

Berean Standard Bible
Meanwhile, Johanan son of Kareah and all the commanders of the armies in the field came to Gedaliah at Mizpah

King James Bible
Moreover Johanan the son of Kareah, and all the captains of the forces that were in the fields, came to Gedaliah to Mizpah,

New King James Version
Moreover Johanan the son of Kareah and all the captains of the forces that were in the fields came to Gedaliah at Mizpah,

New American Standard Bible
Now Johanan the son of Kareah and all the commanders of the forces that were in the field came to Gedaliah at Mizpah,

NASB 1995
Now Johanan the son of Kareah and all the commanders of the forces that were in the field came to Gedaliah at Mizpah

NASB 1977
Now Johanan the son of Kareah and all the commanders of the forces that were in the field came to Gedaliah at Mizpah,

Legacy Standard Bible
Now Johanan the son of Kareah and all the commanders of the military forces that were in the field came to Gedaliah at Mizpah

Amplified Bible
Moreover, Johanan the son of Kareah and all the commanders of the forces that were [scattered] in the open country came to Gedaliah at Mizpah

Christian Standard Bible
Meanwhile, Johanan son of Kareah and all the commanders of the armies in the countryside came to Gedaliah at Mizpah

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Meanwhile, Johanan son of Kareah and all the commanders of the armies in the field came to Gedaliah at Mizpah

American Standard Version
Moreover Johanan the son of Kareah, and all the captains of the forces that were in the fields, came to Gedaliah to Mizpah,

Contemporary English Version
One day, Johanan got together with some of the other men who had been army officers, and they came to Mizpah and met with Gedaliah.

English Revised Version
Moreover Johanan the son of Kareah, and all the captains of the forces that were in the fields, came to Gedaliah to Mizpah,

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Kareah's son Johanan and all the army commanders who were still in the country came to Gedaliah at Mizpah.

Good News Translation
After this, Johanan and the leaders of the soldiers who had not surrendered came to Gedaliah at Mizpah

International Standard Version
Kareah's son Jonathan and all leaders of the forces who were in the field came to Gedaliah at Mizpah.

Majority Standard Bible
Meanwhile, Johanan son of Kareah and all the commanders of the armies in the field came to Gedaliah at Mizpah

NET Bible
Johanan and all the officers of the troops that had been hiding in the open country came to Gedaliah at Mizpah.

New Heart English Bible
Moreover Johanan the son of Kareah, and all the captains of the forces who were in the fields, came to Gedaliah to Mizpah,

Webster's Bible Translation
Moreover Johanan the son of Kareah, and all the captains of the forces, that were in the fields, came to Gedaliah to Mizpah,

World English Bible
Moreover Johanan the son of Kareah, and all the captains of the forces who were in the fields, came to Gedaliah to Mizpah,
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And Johanan son of Kareah, and all the heads of the forces that [are] in the field, have come to Gedaliah at Mizpah,

Young's Literal Translation
And Johanan son of Kareah, and all the heads of the forces that are in the field, have come in unto Gedaliah to Mizpah,

Smith's Literal Translation
Johanan son of Kareah, and all the chiefs of the armies which were in the field came to Gedaliah to Mizpeh.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Then Johanan the son of Caree, and all the captains of the army, that had been scattered about in the countries, came to Godolias to Masphath.

Catholic Public Domain Version
Then Johanan, the son of Kareah, and all the leaders of the army, who had been dispersed in the regions, came to Gedaliah at Mizpah.

New American Bible
Now Johanan, son of Kareah, and all the military leaders in the field came to Gedaliah in Mizpah

New Revised Standard Version
Now Johanan son of Kareah and all the leaders of the forces in the open country came to Gedaliah at Mizpah
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Moreover, Johanan the son of Kareah and all the commanders of the forces who were in the villages came to Gedaliah to Mizpah,

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And Yokhanan, son of Qorakh, and all the Captains of the armies that were in the towns came to Gedaliah at Metspaya
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
Moreover Johanan the son of Kareah, and all the captains of the forces that were in the fields, came to Gedaliah to Mizpah,

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And Joanan the son of Caree, and all the leaders of the host, who were in the fields, came to Godolias to Massepha,

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Plot Against Gedaliah
13Meanwhile, Johanan son of Kareah and all the commanders of the armies in the field came to Gedaliah at Mizpah 14and said to him, “Are you aware that Baalis king of the Ammonites has sent Ishmael son of Nethaniah to take your life?” But Gedaliah son of Ahikam did not believe them.…

Cross References
2 Kings 25:23-24
When all the commanders of the armies and their men heard that the king of Babylon had appointed Gedaliah as governor, they came to Gedaliah at Mizpah—Ishmael son of Nethaniah, Johanan son of Kareah, Seraiah son of Tanhumeth the Netophathite, and Jaazaniah son of the Maacathite, as well as their men. / And Gedaliah took an oath before them and their men, assuring them, “Do not be afraid of the servants of the Chaldeans. Live in the land and serve the king of Babylon, and it will be well with you.”

Jeremiah 41:1-3
In the seventh month, Ishmael son of Nethaniah, the son of Elishama, who was a member of the royal family and one of the king’s chief officers, came with ten men to Gedaliah son of Ahikam at Mizpah, and they ate a meal together there. / Then Ishmael son of Nethaniah and the ten men who were with him got up and struck down Gedaliah son of Ahikam, the son of Shaphan, with the sword, killing the one whom the king of Babylon had appointed to govern the land. / Ishmael also killed all the Jews who were with Gedaliah at Mizpah, as well as the Chaldean soldiers who were there.

Jeremiah 42:1-3
Then all the commanders of the forces, along with Johanan son of Kareah, Jezaniah son of Hoshaiah, and all the people from the least to the greatest, approached / Jeremiah the prophet and said, “May our petition come before you; pray to the LORD your God on behalf of this entire remnant. For few of us remain of the many, as you can see with your own eyes. / Pray that the LORD your God will tell us the way we should walk and the thing we should do.”

Jeremiah 43:2-4
Azariah son of Hoshaiah, Johanan son of Kareah, and all the arrogant men said to Jeremiah, “You are lying! The LORD our God has not sent you to say, ‘You must not go to Egypt to reside there.’ / Rather, Baruch son of Neriah is inciting you against us to deliver us into the hands of the Chaldeans, so that they may put us to death or exile us to Babylon!” / 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.

2 Samuel 3:25
Surely you realize that Abner son of Ner came to deceive you and to track your movements and all that you are doing.”

Nehemiah 6:2-4
Sanballat and Geshem sent me this message: “Come, let us meet together in one of the villages on the plain of Ono.” But they were planning to harm me. / So I sent messengers to them, saying, “I am doing a great work and cannot come down. Why should the work stop while I leave it to go down to you?” / Four times they sent me the same message, and each time I gave the same reply.

2 Kings 25:25
In the seventh month, however, Ishmael son of Nethaniah, the son of Elishama, who was a member of the royal family, came with ten men and struck down and killed Gedaliah, along with the Judeans and Chaldeans who were with him at Mizpah.

Jeremiah 39:14
had Jeremiah brought from the courtyard of the guard, and they turned him over to Gedaliah son of Ahikam, the son of Shaphan, to take him home. So Jeremiah remained among his own people.

Jeremiah 38:7-13
Now Ebed-melech the Cushite, a court official in the royal palace, heard that Jeremiah had been put into the cistern. While the king was sitting at the Gate of Benjamin, / Ebed-melech went out from the king’s palace and said to the king, / “My lord the king, these men have acted wickedly in all that they have done to Jeremiah the prophet. They have dropped him into the cistern, where he will starve to death, for there is no more bread in the city.” ...

Jeremiah 37:13-14
But when he reached the Gate of Benjamin, the captain of the guard, whose name was Irijah son of Shelemiah, the son of Hananiah, seized him and said, “You are deserting to the Chaldeans!” / “That is a lie,” Jeremiah replied. “I am not deserting to the Chaldeans!” But Irijah would not listen to him; instead, he arrested Jeremiah and took him to the officials.

2 Chronicles 36:20-21
Those who escaped the sword were carried by Nebuchadnezzar into exile in Babylon, and they became servants to him and his sons until the kingdom of Persia came to power. / So the land enjoyed its Sabbath rest all the days of the desolation, until seventy years were completed, in fulfillment of the word of the LORD spoken through Jeremiah.

Isaiah 37:9-10
Now Sennacherib had been warned about Tirhakah king of Cush: “He has set out to fight against you.” On hearing this, Sennacherib sent messengers to Hezekiah, saying, / “Give this message to Hezekiah king of Judah: ‘Do not let your God, in whom you trust, deceive you by saying that Jerusalem will not be delivered into the hand of the king of Assyria.

Ezekiel 33:30-33
As for you, son of man, your people are talking about you near the city walls and in the doorways of their houses. One speaks to another, each saying to his brother, ‘Come and hear the message that has come from the LORD!’ / So My people come to you as usual, sit before you, and hear your words; but they do not put them into practice. Although they express love with their mouths, their hearts pursue dishonest gain. / Indeed, you are to them like a singer of love songs with a beautiful voice, who skillfully plays an instrument. They hear your words but do not put them into practice. ...

Matthew 2:22
But when he learned that Archelaus was reigning in Judea in place of his father Herod, he was afraid to go there. And having been warned in a dream, he withdrew to the district of Galilee,

Acts 23:12-15
When daylight came, the Jews formed a conspiracy and bound themselves with an oath not to eat or drink until they had killed Paul. / More than forty of them were involved in this plot. / They went to the chief priests and elders and said, “We have bound ourselves with a solemn oath not to eat anything until we have killed Paul. ...


Treasury of Scripture

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Jeremiah 40
1. Jeremiah, being set free by Nebuzaradan, goes to Gedaliah.
7. The dispersed Jews repair unto him.
13. Johanan revealing Ishmael's conspiracy is not believed.














Meanwhile
This word indicates a continuation of events, suggesting that the narrative is part of a larger story. In the context of Jeremiah, it connects the reader to the unfolding events after the fall of Jerusalem. The Hebrew root for "meanwhile" often implies a transition or a shift in focus, highlighting the ongoing nature of God's plan and the unfolding of His purposes in history.

Johanan son of Kareah
Johanan, whose name means "Yahweh is gracious," plays a significant role in the post-exilic period. His lineage, "son of Kareah," is mentioned to establish his identity and authority. Historically, Johanan was a military leader, and his actions reflect the complex political and social dynamics of Judah after the Babylonian conquest. His name serves as a reminder of God's grace even amidst turmoil.

all the commanders of the armies
This phrase underscores the presence of organized military leadership in Judah despite the Babylonian destruction. The Hebrew term for "commanders" can also mean "captains" or "leaders," indicating a structured hierarchy. These commanders represent the remnants of Judah's military strength and their gathering signifies a collective response to the new political situation under Babylonian rule.

in the open country
The phrase "in the open country" suggests a setting outside the fortified cities, possibly indicating vulnerability but also freedom from immediate Babylonian control. This location reflects the scattered state of the people of Judah and their leaders, who are now regrouping and seeking direction. It symbolizes the remnant's resilience and their search for stability and leadership.

came to Gedaliah
Gedaliah, appointed by the Babylonians as governor over the land, is a central figure in this narrative. His name means "Yahweh is great," and his role is pivotal in the re-establishment of order in Judah. The act of coming to Gedaliah signifies recognition of his authority and a willingness to cooperate with the new administration. It highlights the theme of seeking peace and rebuilding under God's sovereignty.

at Mizpah
Mizpah, meaning "watchtower" or "lookout," is a significant location in biblical history. It served as a gathering place for the Israelites and a site of important events. In this context, Mizpah becomes a center for governance and decision-making under Gedaliah's leadership. The choice of Mizpah as a meeting place underscores its strategic and symbolic importance as a place of oversight and protection, reflecting God's watchful care over His people.

Verses 13-16. - Gedaliah receives a warning of a plot against his life.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Meanwhile, Johanan
וְיֽוֹחָנָן֙ (wə·yō·w·ḥā·nān)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3110: Jochanan

son
בֶּן־ (ben-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1121: A son

of Kareah
קָרֵ֔חַ (qā·rê·aḥ)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 7143: Kareah -- 'bald one', a man of Judah

and all
וְכָל־ (wə·ḵāl)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every

the commanders
שָׂרֵ֥י (śā·rê)
Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 8269: Chieftain, chief, ruler, official, captain, prince

of the armies
הַחֲיָלִ֖ים (ha·ḥă·yā·lîm)
Article | Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 2428: A force, an army, wealth, virtue, valor, strength

in the field
בַּשָּׂדֶ֑ה (baś·śā·ḏeh)
Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 7704: Field, land

came
בָּ֥אוּ (bā·’ū)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person common plural
Strong's 935: To come in, come, go in, go

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

Gedaliah
גְּדַלְיָ֖הוּ (gə·ḏal·yā·hū)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1436: Gedaliah -- 'Yah is great', three Israelites

at Mizpah
הַמִּצְפָּֽתָה׃ (ham·miṣ·pā·ṯāh)
Article | Noun - proper - feminine singular | third person feminine singular
Strong's 4708: Mizpah -- the name of several places in Israel


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