Jeremiah 52:14
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.

Majority Standard Bible
And the whole army of the Chaldeans under the captain of the guard broke 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.

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 Version
and 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 Bible
And 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 Bible
And 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 1917
And 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.

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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.

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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.

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Jeremiah 52
1. Zedekiah rebels
4. 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 force in the ancient Near East during the time of Jeremiah. The Hebrew term for Chaldeans, "Kasdim," refers to a people known for their military prowess and astrological knowledge. Historically, the Chaldeans were instrumental in the Neo-Babylonian Empire's rise to power. This phrase emphasizes the totality and might of the Babylonian forces, underscoring the fulfillment of God's judgment against Jerusalem for its persistent disobedience and idolatry. The Chaldeans were not acting on their own accord but were instruments in the hands of God to bring about His divine justice.

who were with the captain of the guard
The "captain of the guard" refers to Nebuzaradan, a high-ranking Babylonian official. In Hebrew, the term "rab tabbachim" can be translated as "chief executioner" or "chief of the bodyguard," indicating his significant authority and responsibility. Nebuzaradan's presence signifies the importance of the mission to destroy Jerusalem, as he was directly accountable to King Nebuchadnezzar. This highlights the seriousness of the siege and the subsequent destruction, as it was overseen by a trusted and powerful leader within the Babylonian hierarchy.

broke down all the walls
The act of breaking down the walls of Jerusalem was both a literal and symbolic gesture. In ancient times, city walls were crucial for protection against invaders. The Hebrew word "paratz" means to break or breach, indicating a forceful and complete destruction. The dismantling of Jerusalem's walls signified the end of its status as a fortified city and the removal of its defenses, leaving it vulnerable and exposed. Spiritually, this act represented the removal of God's protection due to the people's unfaithfulness, as the walls were often seen as a symbol of divine security.

around Jerusalem
Jerusalem, the city of David, held immense religious and cultural significance for the Israelites. It was the location of the Temple, the center of Jewish worship, and the symbol of God's covenant with His people. The destruction of the walls "around Jerusalem" marked the culmination of a period of prophetic warnings and divine patience. Historically, this event occurred in 586 B.C., a pivotal moment in Jewish history that led to the Babylonian exile. Theologically, it served as a profound lesson on the consequences of turning away from God, yet it also set the stage for future restoration and hope, as prophesied by Jeremiah and other prophets.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
And the whole
כָּל־ (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


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