Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version So Nebuzaradan the commander of the guard, Nebushazban a chief officer, Nergal-Sharezer a high official and all the other officers of the king of Babylon New Living Translation So Nebuzaradan, the captain of the guard; Nebushazban, a chief officer; Nergal-sharezer, the king’s adviser; and the other officers of Babylon’s king English Standard Version So Nebuzaradan the captain of the guard, Nebushazban the Rab-saris, Nergal-sar-ezer the Rab-mag, and all the chief officers of the king of Babylon Berean Standard Bible So Nebuzaradan captain of the guard, Nebushazban the Rabsaris, Nergal-sharezer the Rabmag, and all the captains of the king of Babylon Berean Literal Bible And Nebuzaradan the captain of the guards sent Nebushasban, Rab-saris, and Nergal-shar-ezer, Rab-mag, and all chief officers of the king of Babylon, King James Bible So Nebuzaradan the captain of the guard sent, and Nebushasban, Rabsaris, and Nergalsharezer, Rabmag, and all the king of Babylon's princes; New King James Version So Nebuzaradan the captain of the guard sent Nebushasban, Rabsaris, Nergal-Sharezer, Rabmag, and all the king of Babylon’s chief officers; New American Standard Bible So Nebuzaradan the captain of the bodyguard sent word, along with Nebushazban the Rab-saris, Nergal-sar-ezer the Rab-mag, and all the leading officers of the king of Babylon; NASB 1995 So Nebuzaradan the captain of the bodyguard sent word, along with Nebushazban the Rab-saris, and Nergal-sar-ezer the Rab-mag, and all the leading officers of the king of Babylon; NASB 1977 So Nebuzaradan the captain of the bodyguard sent word, along with Nebushazban the Rab-saris, and Nergal-sar-ezer the Rab-mag, and all the leading officers of the king of Babylon; Legacy Standard Bible So Nebuzaradan the captain of the bodyguard sent word, along with Nebushazban the Rab-saris and Nergal-sar-ezer the Rab-mag and all the leading officers of the king of Babylon; Amplified Bible So Nebuzaradan the captain of the bodyguard sent word, along with Nebushazban the Rab-saris (chief of the high officials), and Nergal-sar-ezer the Rab-mag (chief of the magicians), and all the leading officers of the king of Babylon; Berean Annotated Bible So Nebuzaradan (Nebo has given seed) captain of the guard, Nebushazban (Nebo-sarsekim) the Rabsaris, Nergal-sharezer (prince of fire) the Rabmag, and all the captains of the king of Babylon (confusion by mixing) Christian Standard Bible Nebuzaradan, captain of the guards, Nebushazban the chief of staff, Nergal-sharezer the chief soothsayer, and all the captains of Babylon’s king Holman Christian Standard Bible Nebuzaradan, captain of the guard, Nebushazban the Rab-saris, Nergal-sharezer the Rab-mag, and all the captains of the king of Babylon American Standard Version So Nebuzaradan the captain of the guard sent, and Nebushazban, Rab-saris, and Nergal-sharezer, Rab-mag, and all the chief officers of the king of Babylon; Contemporary English Version Nebuzaradan, Nebushazban, Nergal Sharezer, and the other officers of King Nebuchadnezzar English Revised Version So Nebuzaradan the captain of the guard sent, and Nebushazban, Rab-saris, and Nergal-sharezer, Rab-mag, and all the chief officers of the king of Babylon; GOD'S WORD® Translation Nebuzaradan (the captain of the guard), Nebushazban (the chief official), Nergal (the quartermaster and the chief fortuneteller), and all the other leaders of the king of Babylon sent for Jeremiah. Good News Translation So Nebuzaradan, together with the high officials Nebushazban and Nergal Sharezer and all the other officers of the king of Babylonia, International Standard Version So Nebuzaradan, the captain of the guard, Nebushazban, the high official, Nergal-sar-ezer, the chief official, and all the officials of the king of Babylon sent for Jeremiah. NET Bible So Nebuzaradan, the captain of the royal guard, Nebushazban, who was a chief officer, Nergal-Sharezer, who was a high official, and all the other officers of the king of Babylon New Heart English Bible So Nebuzaradan the captain of the guard sent, and Nebushazban the Rab-saris, Nergal-sar-ezer the Rab-mag and all the chief officers of the king of Babylon; Webster's Bible Translation So Nebuzar-adan the captain of the guard sent, and Nebushasban, Rab-saris, and Nergal-sharezer, Rab-mag, and all the king of Babylon's princes; Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleSo Nebuzaradan captain of the guard, Nebushazban the Rabsaris, Nergal-sharezer the Rabmag, and all the captains of the king of Babylon World English Bible So Nebuzaradan the captain of the guard, Nebushazban, Rabsaris, and Nergal Sharezer, Rabmag, and all the chief officers of the king of Babylon Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd Nebuzar-Adan, chief of the executioners, sends, and Nebushazban, chief of the eunuchs, and Nergal-Sharezer, chief magus, and all the chiefs of the king of Babylon, Berean Literal Bible And Nebuzaradan the captain of the guards sent Nebushasban, Rab-saris, and Nergal-shar-ezer, Rab-mag, and all chief officers of the king of Babylon, Young's Literal Translation And Nebuzar-Adan, chief of the executioners sendeth, and Nebushazban, chief of the eunuchs, and Nergal-Sharezer, chief of the Mages, and all the chiefs of the king of Babylon; Smith's Literal Translation And Nebuzaradan chief of the cooks will send, and Nebushasban, Rabsaris, Nergal-Sharezer, Rab-Mag, and all the chiefs of the king of Babel; Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleTherefore Nabuzardan the general sent, and Nabusezban, and Rabsares, and Neregel, and Sereser, and Rebmag, and all the nobles of the king of Babylon, Catholic Public Domain Version Therefore, Nebuzaradan, the leader of the military, sent, and Nebushazban, the chief eunuch, and Nergal-Sharezer, the chief magi, and all the nobles of the king of Babylon sent, New American Bible Thereupon Nebuzaradan, captain of the bodyguard, and Nebushazban, a high dignitary, and Nergal-sharezer, a chief officer, and all the nobles of the king of Babylon, New Revised Standard Version So Nebuzaradan the captain of the guard, Nebushazban the Rabsaris, Nergal-sharezer the Rabmag, and all the chief officers of the king of Babylon sent Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleSo Nebuzaradan the general of the guard, Nebushazban the chief of the eunuchs, Nergal-sharezar. Rab-mag, and all the princes of the king of Babylon Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And Nebuzaradan the High Guard sent, and Nebushazban the High Eunuch, and Nargal Sharetsar the Chief Magus and all the Princes of the King of Babel OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917So Nebuzaradan the captain of the guard sent, and Nebushazban Rab-saris, and Nergal-sarezer Rab-mag, and all the chief officers of the king of Babylon; Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Jeremiah Delivered…12“Take him, look after him, and do not let any harm come to him; do for him whatever he says.” 13 So Nebuzaradan captain of the guard, Nebushazban the Rabsaris, Nergal-sharezer the Rabmag, and all the captains of the king of Babylon 14had 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.… Cross References So Nebuzaradan captain of the guard, 2 Kings 25:8-11 On the seventh day of the fifth month, in the nineteenth year of Nebuchadnezzar’s reign over Babylon, Nebuzaradan captain of the guard, a servant of the king of Babylon, entered Jerusalem. / He burned down the house of the LORD, the royal palace, and all the houses of Jerusalem—every significant building. / And the whole army of the Chaldeans under the captain of the guard broke down the walls around Jerusalem. … Jeremiah 52:12-16 On the tenth day of the fifth month, in the nineteenth year of Nebuchadnezzar’s reign over Babylon, Nebuzaradan captain of the guard, a servant of the king of Babylon, entered Jerusalem. / He burned down the house of the LORD, the royal palace, and all the houses of Jerusalem—every significant building. / And the whole army of the Chaldeans under the captain of the guard broke down all the walls around Jerusalem. … Jeremiah 40:1-5 This is the word that came to Jeremiah from the LORD after Nebuzaradan captain of the guard had released him at Ramah, having found him bound in chains among all the captives of Jerusalem and Judah who were being exiled to Babylon. / The captain of the guard found Jeremiah and said to him, “The LORD your God decreed this disaster on this place, / and now the LORD has fulfilled it; He has done just as He said. Because you people have sinned against the LORD and have not obeyed His voice, this thing has happened to you. … Nebushazban the Rabsaris, 2 Kings 18:17 Nevertheless, the king of Assyria sent the Tartan, the Rabsaris, and the Rabshakeh, along with a great army, from Lachish to King Hezekiah at Jerusalem. They advanced up to Jerusalem and stationed themselves by the aqueduct of the upper pool, on the road to the Launderer’s Field. Isaiah 36:2 And the king of Assyria sent the Rabshakeh, with a great army, from Lachish to King Hezekiah at Jerusalem. And he stopped by the aqueduct of the upper pool, on the road to the Launderer’s Field. Daniel 1:3-4 Then the king ordered Ashpenaz, the chief of his court officials, to bring in some Israelites from the royal family and the nobility— / young men without blemish, handsome, gifted in all wisdom, knowledgeable, quick to understand, and qualified to serve in the king’s palace—and to teach them the language and literature of the Chaldeans. Nergal-sharezer the Rabmag, Daniel 2:2-3 So the king gave orders to summon the magicians, enchanters, sorcerers, and astrologers to explain his dreams. When they came and stood before the king, / he said to them, “I have had a dream, and my spirit is anxious to understand it.” Daniel 4:7-9 When the magicians, enchanters, astrologers, and diviners came in, I told them the dream, but they could not interpret it for me. / But at last, into my presence came Daniel (whose name is Belteshazzar after the name of my god, and in whom is the spirit of the holy gods). And I told him the dream: / “O Belteshazzar, chief of the magicians, I know that the spirit of the holy gods is in you and that no mystery baffles you. So explain to me the visions I saw in my dream, and their interpretation. Daniel 5:7-8 The king called out for the enchanters, astrologers, and diviners to be brought in, and he said to these wise men of Babylon, “Whoever reads this inscription and tells me its interpretation will be clothed in purple and have a gold chain placed around his neck, and he will be made the third highest ruler in the kingdom.” / So all the king’s wise men came in, but they could not read the inscription or interpret it for him. and all the captains of the king of Babylon 2 Kings 25:1-7 So in the ninth year of Zedekiah’s reign, on the tenth day of the tenth month, Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon marched against Jerusalem with his entire army. They encamped outside the city and built a siege wall all around it. / And the city was kept under siege until King Zedekiah’s eleventh year. / By the ninth day of the fourth month, the famine in the city was so severe that the people of the land had no food. … Jeremiah 52:4-11 So in the ninth year of Zedekiah’s reign, on the tenth day of the tenth month, Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon marched against Jerusalem with his entire army. They encamped outside the city and built a siege wall all around it. / And the city was kept under siege until King Zedekiah’s eleventh year. / By the ninth day of the fourth month, the famine in the city was so severe that the people of the land had no food. … Daniel 1:1-2 In the third year of the reign of Jehoiakim king of Judah, Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon came to Jerusalem and besieged it. / And the Lord delivered into his hand Jehoiakim king of Judah, along with some of the articles from the house of God. He carried these off to the land of Shinar, to the house of his god, where he put them in the treasury of his god. Jeremiah 38:28 And Jeremiah remained in the courtyard of the guard until the day Jerusalem was captured. 2 Kings 25:11-12 Then Nebuzaradan captain of the guard carried into exile the people who remained in the city, along with the deserters who had defected to the king of Babylon and the rest of the population. / But the captain of the guard left behind some of the poorest of the land to tend the vineyards and fields. 2 Kings 25:18-21 The captain of the guard also took away Seraiah the chief priest, Zephaniah the priest of second rank, and the three doorkeepers. / Of those still in the city, he took a court official who had been appointed over the men of war, as well as five royal advisors. He also took the scribe of the captain of the army, who had enlisted the people of the land, and sixty men who were found in the city. / Nebuzaradan captain of the guard took them and brought them to the king of Babylon at Riblah. … Jeremiah 52:24-27 The captain of the guard also took away Seraiah the chief priest, Zephaniah the priest of second rank, and the three doorkeepers. / Of those still in the city, he took a court official who had been appointed over the men of war, as well as seven trusted royal advisers. He also took the scribe of the captain of the army, who had enlisted the people of the land, and sixty men who were found in the city. / Nebuzaradan captain of the guard took them and brought them to the king of Babylon at Riblah. … Treasury of Scripture So Nebuzaradan the captain of the guard sent, and Nebushasban, Rabsaris, and Nergalsharezer, Rabmag, and all the king of Babylon's princes; Nebuzar-adan. Jeremiah 39:3,9 And all the princes of the king of Babylon came in, and sat in the middle gate, even Nergalsharezer, Samgarnebo, Sarsechim, Rabsaris, Nergalsharezer, Rabmag, with all the residue of the princes of the king of Babylon… Jump to Previous Armed Babylon Babylon's Ban Bodyguard Captain Captains Chamberlain Chief Commander er Guard High Magian Nebuzaradan Nebuzar-Adan Nergal Nergal-Sarezer Nergal-Sar-Ezer Nergalsharezer Nergal-Sharezer Officer Officers Official Princes Rabmag Rab-Mag Rabsaris Rab'saris Rab-Saris Sharezer WordJump to Next Armed Babylon Babylon's Ban Bodyguard Captain Captains Chamberlain Chief Commander er Guard High Magian Nebuzaradan Nebuzar-Adan Nergal Nergal-Sarezer Nergal-Sar-Ezer Nergalsharezer Nergal-Sharezer Officer Officers Official Princes Rabmag Rab-Mag Rabsaris Rab'saris Rab-Saris Sharezer WordJeremiah 39 1. Jerusalem is taken.4. Zedekiah is made blind and sent to Babylon. 8. The city laid in ruins, 9. and the people captivated. 11. Nebuchadrezzar's charge for the good usage of Jeremiah. 15. God's promise to Ebed Melech. So Nebuzaradan captain of the guard Nebuzaradan was a high-ranking Babylonian official, often referred to as the "captain of the guard" or "chief executioner." His role was significant in the Babylonian military hierarchy, responsible for overseeing the destruction of Jerusalem and the deportation of its inhabitants. This position highlights the organized and methodical approach of the Babylonian empire in executing their military campaigns. Nebuzaradan's actions fulfilled the prophecies of Jeremiah regarding the fall of Jerusalem (Jeremiah 25:9). Nebushazban the Rabsaris Nergal-sharezer the Rabmag and all the captains of the king of Babylon Persons / Places / Events 1. NebuzaradanThe captain of the guard for the king of Babylon, Nebuchadnezzar. He played a significant role in the capture and destruction of Jerusalem. 2. Nebushazban Known as the Rabsaris, a high-ranking official in the Babylonian court. His title suggests a position of authority, possibly overseeing the king's personal affairs or palace. 3. Nergal-sharezer The Rabmag, another high-ranking official in the Babylonian hierarchy. His name is associated with a Babylonian deity, indicating the religious and cultural influences of the time. 4. Captains of the King of Babylon These were military leaders under Nebuchadnezzar, responsible for executing the king's orders during the siege and subsequent control of Jerusalem. 5. Jerusalem The city under siege and eventual capture by the Babylonians, marking a pivotal moment in Jewish history and fulfilling prophetic warnings. Teaching Points God's Sovereignty in JudgmentThe fall of Jerusalem demonstrates God's control over nations and His ability to use even pagan rulers to accomplish His purposes. Believers should recognize God's sovereignty in world events and trust His ultimate plan. The Consequences of Disobedience The capture of Jerusalem serves as a stark reminder of the consequences of turning away from God. Christians are called to remain faithful and heed God's warnings in Scripture. God's Faithfulness to His Word The events in Jeremiah 39 fulfill earlier prophecies, underscoring God's faithfulness to His promises. Believers can trust that God will fulfill His promises in their lives as well. The Role of Leaders The Babylonian officials played crucial roles in executing the king's orders. This highlights the importance of leadership and the impact leaders can have on the course of history. Christians in leadership positions should seek to lead with integrity and wisdom. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Jeremiah 39:13?2. How does Jeremiah 39:13 demonstrate God's faithfulness in fulfilling His promises? 3. What role does Nebuzaradan play in God's plan according to Jeremiah 39:13? 4. How can we trust God's protection like Jeremiah in challenging situations today? 5. Connect Jeremiah 39:13 with Romans 8:28 regarding God's sovereignty and purpose. 6. How can we apply Jeremiah's deliverance to our personal faith journey? 7. What is the significance of Jeremiah 39:13 in the context of the Babylonian conquest? 8. How does Jeremiah 39:13 reflect God's sovereignty in historical events? 9. Why is Nebuzaradan's role important in Jeremiah 39:13? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Jeremiah 39? 11. Who was Nebuzaradan in the Bible? 12. Jeremiah 39:1-3: How do we reconcile Babylonian siege timelines with historical and archaeological evidence that might suggest a different date? 13. Jeremiah 39:11-14: Why would Nebuchadnezzar personally care about Jeremiah, and does this detail align with known Babylonian policies toward conquered prophets or officials? 14. Ezekiel 12:13 foretells a ruler's capture, yet some historical accounts appear to conflict with the exact manner of King Zedekiah's downfall; how can these differences be reconciled? What Does Jeremiah 39:13 Mean So Nebuzaradan captain of the guard,• Jeremiah has just been promised protection by King Nebuchadnezzar (Jeremiah 39:11-12), and now the chief executioner himself steps forward to carry out that royal order. • Nebuzaradan was feared for leading the destruction of the temple (2 Kings 25:8-9), yet here he becomes an unexpected instrument of God’s mercy, proving Proverbs 21:1—“The king’s heart is in the hand of the LORD.” • The verse reminds us that God can repurpose even the harshest enemy to fulfill His word to His faithful servant (Jeremiah 1:18-19; 15:20-21). • For today’s believer, seeing the “captain of the guard” obey divine instruction encourages confidence that no authority is beyond God’s reach (Romans 13:1). Nebushazban the Rabsaris, • “Rabsaris” is a court title, roughly “chief officer.” That multiple high-ranking Babylonians take part underscores how seriously Nebuchadnezzar regarded Jeremiah’s welfare. • Earlier, Jeremiah was ridiculed by Judah’s officials (Jeremiah 38:4-6); now foreign dignitaries honor him, fulfilling the reversal promised in Jeremiah 15:11. • The scene parallels Joseph’s experience when Egyptian officials lifted him from prison (Genesis 41:14), illustrating a consistent biblical pattern: God exalts the humble in His timing (1 Peter 5:6). Nergal-sharezer the Rabmag, • “Rabmag” means chief of the magi or wise men. That a Babylonian sage attends to Jeremiah highlights the prophet’s true standing as God’s spokesman in contrast to Judah’s false prophets (Jeremiah 28:15-17). • Daniel later stands before similar officials (Daniel 2:48), suggesting that God positions His servants where they can testify to pagan courts. • The presence of a military leader (Nebuzaradan), a royal officer (Nebushazban), and a scholar (Nergal-sharezer) shows every sphere—armed forces, government, academia—bowing, knowingly or not, to the Lord’s directive (Psalm 24:1). and all the captains of the king of Babylon • The phrase wraps up the list to stress total consensus: Babylon’s entire leadership structure cooperates in releasing and honoring Jeremiah (Jeremiah 39:14). • It contrasts sharply with the fractured, rebellious leadership of Jerusalem that rejected God’s warnings (Jeremiah 37:14-15; 38:19). • The verse therefore answers the larger theological question of the book: Who truly rules history? The God of Israel, not the might of Babylon (Jeremiah 27:5-6). summary Jeremiah 39:13 showcases a procession of Babylonian elites who, under God’s unseen hand, move to safeguard His prophet. The detail in naming each officeholder is meant to highlight how completely the Lord can marshal foreign power structures to accomplish His promises. For believers, the verse is a vivid reminder that no matter how hostile the surrounding culture may seem, God’s sovereignty extends over every rank and realm, and He will vindicate those who faithfully cling to His word. (13) Nebushasban.--The name, which occurs in the Annals cf Assur-banipal (Records of the Past, i. 64), is possibly another form of the Nebo-sarsechim of Jeremiah 39:3. Rab-saris ( = chief eunuch, or chamberlain) is, as before, his title. Ashpenaz appears as holding the same position, possibly, as Nebushasban's predecessor, in Daniel 1:3.Verse 13. - Nebushasban. The name occurs in a list of proper names, under the form Nabu-sizibanni, "Nebo, rescue me!" It is remarkable that a different name is given to the Rab-saris in ver. 3; and the conjecture is not unreasonable that Sarsechim is a corruption of the latter part of the name Nebushasban. In ver. 3 the Septuagint has Nabusachar instead of Sarsechim (other copies read Nabusarsechim).Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew So Nebuzaradanנְבֽוּזַרְאֲדָ֣ן (nə·ḇū·zar·’ă·ḏān) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 5018: Nebuzaradan -- 'Nebo has given seed', a Babylonian general the captain רַב־ (raḇ-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 7227: Much, many, great of the guard, טַבָּחִ֗ים (ṭab·bā·ḥîm) Noun - masculine plural Strong's 2876: A butcher, a lifeguardsman, a cook Nebushazban וּנְבֽוּשַׁזְבָּן֙ (ū·nə·ḇū·šaz·bān) Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 5021: Nebushazban -- 'O Nebo, deliver me', a Babylonian officer the Rab-saris, סָרִ֔יס (sā·rîs) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 7249: Rab-saris -- perhaps 'chief eunuch', an official of the Assyrian and Babylonian kings Nergal-sharezer אֶ֖צֶר (’e·ṣer) Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 5371: Nergal-sar-ezer -- a Babylonian court official the Rab-mag, מָ֑ג (māḡ) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 7248: Rab-mag -- perhaps 'chief soothsayer', an official of the Babylonian king and all וְכֹ֖ל (wə·ḵōl) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every the captains רַבֵּ֥י (rab·bê) Noun - masculine plural construct Strong's 7227: Much, many, great of the king מֶֽלֶךְ־ (me·leḵ-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 4428: A king of Babylon בָּבֶֽל׃ (bā·ḇel) Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 894: Babylon -- an eastern Mediterranean empire and its capital city Links Jeremiah 39:13 NIVJeremiah 39:13 NLT Jeremiah 39:13 ESV Jeremiah 39:13 NASB Jeremiah 39:13 KJV Jeremiah 39:13 BibleApps.com Jeremiah 39:13 Biblia Paralela Jeremiah 39:13 Chinese Bible Jeremiah 39:13 French Bible Jeremiah 39:13 Catholic Bible OT Prophets: Jeremiah 39:13 So Nebuzaradan the captain of the guard (Jer.) |
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