Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version When the priest Pashhur son of Immer, the official in charge of the temple of the LORD, heard Jeremiah prophesying these things, New Living Translation Now Pashhur son of Immer, the priest in charge of the Temple of the LORD, heard what Jeremiah was prophesying. English Standard Version Now Pashhur the priest, the son of Immer, who was chief officer in the house of the LORD, heard Jeremiah prophesying these things. Berean Standard Bible When Pashhur the priest, the son of Immer and the chief official in the house of the LORD, heard Jeremiah prophesying these things, King James Bible Now Pashur the son of Immer the priest, who was also chief governor in the house of the LORD, heard that Jeremiah prophesied these things. New King James Version Now Pashhur the son of Immer, the priest who was also chief governor in the house of the LORD, heard that Jeremiah prophesied these things. New American Standard Bible When Pashhur the priest, the son of Immer, who was chief overseer in the house of the LORD, heard Jeremiah prophesying these things, NASB 1995 When Pashhur the priest, the son of Immer, who was chief officer in the house of the LORD, heard Jeremiah prophesying these things, NASB 1977 When Pashhur the priest, the son of Immer, who was chief officer in the house of the LORD, heard Jeremiah prophesying these things, Legacy Standard Bible Then Pashhur the priest, the son of Immer, who was ruling overseer in the house of Yahweh, heard Jeremiah prophesying these words; Amplified Bible Now Pashhur the son of Immer, the priest, who was [also] chief officer in the house of the LORD, heard Jeremiah prophesying these things. Christian Standard Bible Pashhur the priest, the son of Immer and chief official in the temple of the LORD, heard Jeremiah prophesying these things. Holman Christian Standard Bible Pashhur the priest, the son of Immer and chief official in the temple of the LORD, heard Jeremiah prophesying these things. American Standard Version Now Pashhur, the son of Immer the priest, who was chief officer in the house of Jehovah, heard Jeremiah prophesying these things. Contemporary English Version Pashhur son of Immer was a priest and the chief of temple security. He heard what I had said, English Revised Version Now Pashhur the son of Immer the priest, who was chief officer in the house of the LORD, heard Jeremiah prophesying these things. GOD'S WORD® Translation Now the priest, Immer's son Pashhur, the chief officer of the LORD's temple, heard Jeremiah prophesying these things. Good News Translation When the priest Pashhur son of Immer, who was the chief officer of the Temple, heard me proclaim these things, International Standard Version When the priest Pashhur, Immer's son, who was the officer in charge of the LORD's Temple heard Jeremiah prophesying these words, NET Bible Now Pashhur son of Immer heard Jeremiah prophesy these things. He was the priest who was chief of security in the LORD's temple. New Heart English Bible Now Pashhur, the son of Immer the priest, who was chief officer in the house of the LORD, heard Jeremiah prophesying these things. Webster's Bible Translation Now Pashur the son of Immer the priest, who was also chief governor in the house of the LORD, heard that Jeremiah prophesied these things. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleWhen Pashhur the priest, the son of Immer and the chief official in the house of the LORD, heard Jeremiah prophesying these things, World English Bible Now Pashhur, the son of Immer the priest, who was chief officer in Yahweh’s house, heard Jeremiah prophesying these things. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd Pashhur son of Immer the priest—who [is] also overseer, leader in the house of YHWH—hears Jeremiah prophesying these things, Young's Literal Translation And Pashhur son of Immer the priest -- who also is overseer, leader in the house of Jehovah -- heareth Jeremiah prophesying these things, Smith's Literal Translation And Pashur, son of Immer the priest, and he appointed overseer of the house of Jehovah, will hear Jeremiah prophesying these words. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleNow Phassur the son of Emmur, the priest, who was appointed chief in the house of the Lord, heard Jeremias prophesying these words. Catholic Public Domain Version And Pashhur, the son of Immer, the priest who had been appointed leader in the house of the Lord, heard Jeremiah prophesying these words. New American Bible Now the priest Pashhur, son of Immer, chief officer in the house of the LORD, heard Jeremiah prophesying these things. New Revised Standard Version Now the priest Pashhur son of Immer, who was chief officer in the house of the LORD, heard Jeremiah prophesying these things. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleNOW Pashur the son of Amariah the priest, who was governor in charge of the house of the LORD, heard Jeremiah the prophet prophesying these things. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And Pashkhur son of Amaria the Priest heard Jeremiah the Prophet when he prophesied these words, and he was the Commander and Ruler in the house of LORD JEHOVAH OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Now Pashhur the son of Immer the priest, who was chief officer in the house of the LORD, heard Jeremiah prophesying these things. Brenton Septuagint Translation Now Paschor the son of Emmer, the priest, who also had been appointed chief of the house of the Lord, heard Jeremias prophesying these words. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Pashhur Persecutes Jeremiah1When Pashhur the priest, the son of Immer and the chief official in the house of the LORD, heard Jeremiah prophesying these things, 2he had Jeremiah the prophet beaten and put in the stocks at the Upper Gate of Benjamin, which was by the house of the LORD.… Cross References Acts 4:1-3 While Peter and John were speaking to the people, the priests and the captain of the temple guard and the Sadducees came up to them, / greatly disturbed that they were teaching the people and proclaiming in Jesus the resurrection of the dead. / They seized Peter and John, and because it was evening, they put them in custody until the next day. Acts 5:17-18 Then the high priest and all his associates, who belonged to the party of the Sadducees, were filled with jealousy. They went out / and arrested the apostles and put them in the public jail. Acts 16:22-24 The crowd joined in the attack against Paul and Silas, and the magistrates ordered that they be stripped and beaten with rods. / And after striking them with many blows, they threw them into prison and ordered the jailer to guard them securely. / On receiving this order, he placed them in the inner cell and fastened their feet in the stocks. Matthew 26:57-68 Those who had arrested Jesus led Him away to the house of Caiaphas the high priest, where the scribes and elders had gathered. / But Peter followed Him at a distance, right up to the courtyard of the high priest. And he went in and sat down with the guards to see the outcome. / Now the chief priests and the whole Sanhedrin were seeking false testimony against Jesus in order to put Him to death. ... John 18:12-14 Then the band of soldiers, with its commander and the officers of the Jews, arrested Jesus and bound Him. / They brought Him first to Annas, who was the father-in-law of Caiaphas, the high priest that year. / Caiaphas was the one who had advised the Jews that it would be better if one man died for the people. 2 Timothy 3:12 Indeed, all who desire to live godly lives in Christ Jesus will be persecuted, 1 Peter 4:12-16 Beloved, do not be surprised at the fiery trial that has come upon you, as though something strange were happening to you. / But rejoice that you share in the sufferings of Christ, so that you may be overjoyed at the revelation of His glory. / If you are insulted for the name of Christ, you are blessed, because the Spirit of glory and of God rests on you. ... Matthew 10:17-18 But beware of men, for they will hand you over to their councils and flog you in their synagogues. / On My account you will be brought before governors and kings as witnesses to them and to the Gentiles. Luke 21:12 But before all this, they will seize you and persecute you. On account of My name they will deliver you to the synagogues and prisons, and they will bring you before kings and governors. John 15:20 Remember the word that I spoke to you: ‘No servant is greater than his master.’ If they persecuted Me, they will persecute you as well; if they kept My word, they will keep yours as well. Acts 12:1-4 About that time, King Herod reached out to harm some who belonged to the church. / He had James, the brother of John, put to death with the sword. / And seeing that this pleased the Jews, Herod proceeded to seize Peter during the Feast of Unleavened Bread. ... Acts 21:27-36 When the seven days were almost over, some Jews from the province of Asia saw Paul at the temple. They stirred up the whole crowd and seized him, / crying out, “Men of Israel, help us! This is the man who teaches everyone everywhere against our people and against our law and against this place. Furthermore, he has brought Greeks into the temple and defiled this holy place.” / For they had previously seen Trophimus the Ephesian with him in the city, and they assumed that Paul had brought him into the temple. ... Acts 22:24-30 the commander ordered that Paul be brought into the barracks. He directed that Paul be flogged and interrogated to determine the reason for this outcry against him. / But as they stretched him out to strap him down, Paul said to the centurion standing there, “Is it lawful for you to flog a Roman citizen without a trial?” / On hearing this, the centurion went and reported it to the commander. “What are you going to do?” he said. “This man is a Roman citizen.” ... Acts 23:1-5 Paul looked directly at the Sanhedrin and said, “Brothers, I have conducted myself before God in all good conscience to this day.” / At this, the high priest Ananias ordered those standing near Paul to strike him on the mouth. / Then Paul said to him, “God will strike you, you whitewashed wall! You sit here to judge me according to the law, yet you yourself violate the law by commanding that I be struck.” ... Acts 24:1-9 Five days later the high priest Ananias came down with some elders and a lawyer named Tertullus, who presented to the governor their case against Paul. / When Paul had been called in, Tertullus opened the prosecution: “Because of you, we have enjoyed a lasting peace, and your foresight has brought improvements to this nation. / In every way and everywhere, most excellent Felix, we acknowledge this with all gratitude. ... Treasury of Scripture Now Pashur the son of Immer the priest, who was also chief governor in the house of the LORD, heard that Jeremiah prophesied these things. Immer. 1 Chronicles 24:14 The fifteenth to Bilgah, the sixteenth to Immer, Ezra 2:37,38 The children of Immer, a thousand fifty and two… Nehemiah 7:40,41 The children of Immer, a thousand fifty and two… chief. 2 Kings 25:18 And the captain of the guard took Seraiah the chief priest, and Zephaniah the second priest, and the three keepers of the door: 2 Chronicles 35:8 And his princes gave willingly unto the people, to the priests, and to the Levites: Hilkiah and Zechariah and Jehiel, rulers of the house of God, gave unto the priests for the passover offerings two thousand and six hundred small cattle, and three hundred oxen. Acts 4:1 And as they spake unto the people, the priests, and the captain of the temple, and the Sadducees, came upon them, Jump to Previous Authority Chief Ears Governor Heard House Immer Jeremiah Leader Officer Overseer Pashhur Pashur Priest Prophesied Prophesy Prophesying TempleJump to Next Authority Chief Ears Governor Heard House Immer Jeremiah Leader Officer Overseer Pashhur Pashur Priest Prophesied Prophesy Prophesying TempleJeremiah 20 1. Pashur, smiting Jeremiah, receives a new name, and a fearful doom.7. Jeremiah complains of contempt; 10. of treachery; 14. and of his birth. When Pashhur the priest Pashhur was a priest, indicating his role in the religious hierarchy of ancient Judah. Priests were responsible for temple rituals and maintaining the spiritual life of the nation. His position suggests he had significant influence and authority, especially in religious matters. The name Pashhur means "freedom" or "liberation," which is ironic given his actions against Jeremiah. the son of Immer and the chief official in the house of the LORD heard Jeremiah prophesying these things Persons / Places / Events 1. PashhurA priest and the son of Immer, who held a significant position as the chief officer in the temple. His role was to maintain order and oversee temple activities, making him a person of authority and influence. 2. Jeremiah A prophet called by God to deliver messages of warning and judgment to the people of Judah. Known for his perseverance in the face of opposition and his deep emotional connection to his prophetic mission. 3. The House of the LORD Refers to the temple in Jerusalem, the central place of worship for the Israelites. It was a place of significant religious and cultural importance. 4. Prophesying The act of delivering messages from God, often involving warnings of judgment or calls for repentance. Jeremiah's prophecies were often met with resistance and hostility. 5. The Context of Opposition This event occurs in a broader account where Jeremiah faces increasing opposition and persecution for his prophecies, highlighting the tension between true prophetic messages and established religious authority. Teaching Points Courage in the Face of OppositionJeremiah's experience teaches us the importance of standing firm in our faith and convictions, even when facing opposition from those in authority. The Cost of Prophetic Ministry True prophetic ministry often comes with a cost, including misunderstanding and persecution. Believers should be prepared for challenges when speaking God's truth. Authority and Accountability Pashhur's reaction to Jeremiah's prophecy reminds us that religious authority must be exercised with humility and openness to God's voice, rather than resistance to it. The Role of the Temple The temple, as a place of worship, should be a place where God's truth is proclaimed and heard, not suppressed. This calls for a reflection on how we maintain the integrity of our places of worship today. Perseverance in Mission Jeremiah's perseverance despite opposition encourages believers to remain faithful to their God-given mission, trusting in God's protection and purpose. Lists and Questions Top 10 Lessons from Jeremiah 20What does the Bible say about censorship? Does Jeremiah’s bitter lament in Jeremiah 20:14–18 contradict the portrayal of a steadfast prophet elsewhere in the book? Who is known as the Weeping Prophet? Proverbs 21:21: How can this promise of life, prosperity, and honor be reconciled with the reality that many righteous and loving people suffer hardship or persecution? XX. (1) Pashur the son of Immer.--The description must be remembered as distinguishing him from the son of Melchiah of the same name in Jeremiah 21:1. We may probably identify him with the father of the Gedaliah named in Jeremiah 38:1 as among the "princes" that at a later date opposed the prophet's work, and with the section of the priesthood, the sixteenth, named in 1Chronicles 24:14, as headed in the time of David by Immer. The name here (like that of "the sons of Korah") may indicate simply the fact that he belonged to this section; or, possibly, the name of the patriarch (so to speak) who gave its name to it may have re-appeared from time to time in the line of his descendants. The name of Pashur appears again, after the Captivity, in Ezra 2:37-38. Chief governor.--Better, deputy-governor. The word for governor is Nagid, and this office was assigned to the high priest as the "ruler of the house of God" (1Chronicles 9:11; 2Chronicles 31:13). In the case of Zephaniah, who appears as Nagid in Jeremiah 29:26, it was given to him as the "second priest" (2Kings 25:18; Jeremiah 52:14). Next in order to him was the Pakid, the deputy, or, perhaps, better, superintendent. Here Pashur is described by the combination of the two titles, possibly as implying that he was invested, though a "deputy," with the full powers of the "governor." By some commentators, however, the relation of the two words is inverted, the Nagid being added to the Pakid, to imply that Pashur was the chief warden or overseer. As such, on either view, the act and the words of Jeremiah came under his official notice. That such words should be spoken in the court of the Temple to the multitude assembled there was, we must believe, something new, and Pashur was resolved at any cost to prevent its repetition. . . . Hebrew When Pashhurפַּשְׁחוּר֙ (paš·ḥūr) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 6583: Pashhur -- five Israelites the priest, הַכֹּהֵ֔ן (hak·kō·hên) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 3548: Priest the son בֶּן־ (ben-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 1121: A son of Immer אִמֵּ֣ר (’im·mêr) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 564: Immer -- the name of several Israelites, perhaps also a place in Babylon and the chief נָגִ֖יד (nā·ḡîḏ) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 5057: A commander, civil, military, religious, honorable themes official פָקִ֥יד (p̄ā·qîḏ) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 6496: Commissioner, deputy, overseer in the temple בְּבֵ֣ית (bə·ḇêṯ) Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 1004: A house of the LORD, יְהוָ֑ה (Yah·weh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel heard וַיִּשְׁמַ֤ע (way·yiš·ma‘) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 8085: To hear intelligently Jeremiah יִרְמְיָ֔הוּ (yir·mə·yā·hū) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3414: Jeremiah -- 'Yah loosens', the name of a number of Israelites prophesying נִבָּ֖א (nib·bā) Verb - Nifal - Participle - masculine singular Strong's 5012: To prophesy, speak, by inspiration these הָאֵֽלֶּה׃ (hā·’êl·leh) Article | Pronoun - common plural Strong's 428: These, those things, הַדְּבָרִ֥ים (had·də·ḇā·rîm) Article | Noun - masculine plural Strong's 1697: A word, a matter, thing, a cause Links Jeremiah 20:1 NIVJeremiah 20:1 NLT Jeremiah 20:1 ESV Jeremiah 20:1 NASB Jeremiah 20:1 KJV Jeremiah 20:1 BibleApps.com Jeremiah 20:1 Biblia Paralela Jeremiah 20:1 Chinese Bible Jeremiah 20:1 French Bible Jeremiah 20:1 Catholic Bible OT Prophets: Jeremiah 20:1 Now Pashhur the son of Immer (Jer.) |
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