New International Version The commander of the imperial guard took away the basins, censers, sprinkling bowls, pots, lampstands, dishes and bowls used for drink offerings—all that were made of pure gold or silver. New Living Translation The captain of the guard also took the small bowls, incense burners, basins, pots, lampstands, ladles, bowls used for liquid offerings, and all the other articles made of pure gold or silver. English Standard Version also the small bowls and the fire pans and the basins and the pots and the lampstands and the dishes for incense and the bowls for drink offerings. What was of gold the captain of the guard took away as gold, and what was of silver, as silver. Berean Standard Bible The captain of the guard also took away the basins, censers, sprinkling bowls, pots, lampstands, pans, and drink offering bowls—anything made of pure gold or fine silver. Berean Literal Bible And the basins, and the firepans, and the bowls, and the pots, and the lampstands, and the spoons, and the cups—that which was pure gold and that which was pure silver, the captain of the guards took away. King James Bible And the basons, and the firepans, and the bowls, and the caldrons, and the candlesticks, and the spoons, and the cups; that which was of gold in gold, and that which was of silver in silver, took the captain of the guard away. New King James Version The basins, the firepans, the bowls, the pots, the lampstands, the spoons, and the cups, whatever was solid gold and whatever was solid silver, the captain of the guard took away. New American Standard Bible The captain of the guard also took the bowls, the firepans, the basins, the pots, the lampstands, the pans, and the drink offering bowls, whatever was fine gold, and whatever was fine silver. NASB 1995 The captain of the guard also took away the bowls, the firepans, the basins, the pots, the lampstands, the pans and the drink offering bowls, what was fine gold and what was fine silver. NASB 1977 The captain of the guard also took away the bowls, the firepans, the basins, the pots, the lampstands, the pans and the libation bowls, what was fine gold and what was fine silver. Legacy Standard Bible And the captain of the guard also took away the cups, the firepans, the bowls, the pots, the lampstands, the pans, and the offering bowls, what was fine gold and what was fine silver. Amplified Bible The captain of the guard also took away the [small] bowls and the firepans and the basins and the pots and the lampstands and the incense cups and the bowls for the drink offerings—whatever was made of fine gold and whatever was made of fine silver. Berean Annotated Bible The captain of the guard also took away the basins, censers, sprinkling bowls, pots, lampstands, pans, and drink offering bowls—anything made of pure gold or fine silver. Christian Standard Bible The captain of the guards took away the bowls, firepans, sprinkling basins, pots, lampstands, pans, and drink offering bowls —whatever was gold or silver. Holman Christian Standard Bible The commander of the guards took away the bowls, firepans, sprinkling basins, pots, lampstands, pans, and drink offering bowls—whatever was gold or silver. American Standard Version And the cups, and the firepans, and the basins, and the pots, and the candlesticks, and the spoons, and the bowls—that which was of gold, in gold, and that which was of silver, in silver,— the captain of the guard took away. English Revised Version And the cups, and the firepans, and the basons, and the pots, and the candlesticks, and the spoons, and the bowls; that which was of gold, in gold, and that which was of silver, in silver, the captain of the guard took away. GOD'S WORD® Translation The captain of the guard also took pans, incense burners, bowls, pots, lamp stands, dishes, and the bowls used for wine offerings. The captain of the guard took all of the trays and bowls that were made of gold or silver. Good News Translation They took away everything that was made of gold or silver: the small bowls, the pans used for carrying live coals, the bowls for holding the blood from the sacrifices, the ash containers, the lampstands, the bowls used for incense, and the bowls used for pouring out wine offerings. International Standard Version The captain of the guard took away the bowls, the fire pans, the basins, the pots, the lamp stands, the pans, and the bowls for libations, both those made of gold and those made of silver. NET Bible The captain of the royal guard took the gold and silver bowls, censers, basins, pots, lampstands, pans, and vessels. New Heart English Bible The captain of the guard took away the cups, the fire pans, the basins, the pots, the lampstands, the spoons, and the bowls; that which was of gold, in gold, and that which was of silver, in silver. Webster's Bible Translation And the basins, and the fire-pans, and the bowls, and the caldrons, and the candlesticks, and the spoons, and the cups; that which was of gold in gold, and that which was of silver in silver, the captain of the guard took away. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleThe captain of the guard also took away the basins, censers, sprinkling bowls, pots, lampstands, pans, and drink offering bowls—anything made of pure gold or fine silver. World English Bible The captain of the guard took away the cups, the fire pans, the basins, the pots, the lamp stands, the spoons, and the bowls; that which was of gold, as gold, and that which was of silver, as silver. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand the basins, and the fire-pans, and the bowls, and the pots, and the lampstands, and the spoons, and the cups, the gold of that which [is] gold, and the silver of that which [is] silver, the chief of the executioners has taken. Berean Literal Bible And the basins, and the firepans, and the bowls, and the pots, and the lampstands, and the spoons, and the cups—that which was pure gold and that which was pure silver, the captain of the guards took away. Young's Literal Translation and the basins, and the fire-pans, and the bowls, and the pots, and the candlesticks, and the spoons, and the cups, the gold of that which is gold, and the silver of that which is silver, hath the chief of the executioners taken. Smith's Literal Translation And the basins and the fire-pans and the vases and the pots and the chandeliers, and the dishes and the cups, which were of gold, gold, and which of silver, silver, the chief of the cooks took. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleThe general took away the pitchers, and the censers, and the pots, and the basins, and the candlesticks, and the mortars, and the cups: as many as were of gold, in gold: and as many as were of silver, in silver: Catholic Public Domain Version And the chief of the military took the water pots, and the censers, and the pitchers, and the basins, and the lampstands, and the mortars, and the little cups, whatever was gold, for the gold, and whatever was silver, for the silver, New American Bible the basins, fire holders, bowls, pots, lampstands, pans, the sacrificial bowls made of gold or silver. Along with these furnishings the captain of the guard carried off New Revised Standard Version The captain of the guard took away the small bowls also, the firepans, the basins, the pots, the lampstands, the ladles, and the bowls for libation, both those of gold and those of silver. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd the braziers and the censers and the bowls and the pots and the candlesticks, and the spoons and the cups which were made of gold and of silver the general of the guard took away. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And the coal pans and censers and forks, the metal pots and snuffers and the menorahs and spoons and bowls of gold and of silver OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And the cups, and the fire-pans, and the basins, and the pots, and the candlesticks, and the pans, and the bowls--that which was of gold, in gold, and that which was of silver, in silver--the captain of the guard took away. Brenton Septuagint Translation and the basons, and the snuffers, and the oil-funnels, and the candlesticks, and the censers, and the cups, the golden, of gold, and the silver, of silver, the captain of the guard took away. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible (Voice ▾ Musical ▾) Context The Temple Destroyed…18They also took away the pots, shovels, wick trimmers, sprinkling bowls, dishes, and all the articles of bronze used in the temple service. 19 The captain of the guard also took away the basins, censers, sprinkling bowls, pots, lampstands, pans, and drink offering bowls— anything made of pure gold or fine silver. 20As for the two pillars, the Sea, the twelve bronze bulls under it, and the movable stands that King Solomon had made for the house of the LORD, the weight of the bronze from all these articles was beyond measure.… Cross References The captain of the guard also took away the basins, 2 Kings 25:14-15 They also took away the pots, shovels, wick trimmers, dishes, and all the articles of bronze used in the temple service. / The captain of the guard also took away the censers and sprinkling bowls—anything made of pure gold or fine silver. 2 Chronicles 36:18 who carried off everything to Babylon—all the articles of the house of God, both large and small, and the treasures of the house of the LORD and of the king and his officials. Ezra 1:7-11 King Cyrus also brought out the articles belonging to the house of the LORD that Nebuchadnezzar had carried away from Jerusalem and placed in the temple of his gods. / Cyrus king of Persia had them brought out by the hand of Mithredath the treasurer, who counted them out to Sheshbazzar the prince of Judah. / This was the inventory: 30 gold dishes, 1,000 silver dishes, 29 silver utensils, … censers, Exodus 27:3 Make all its utensils of bronze—its pots for removing ashes, its shovels, its sprinkling bowls, its meat forks, and its firepans. Numbers 16:6-7 You, Korah, and all your followers are to do as follows: Take censers, / and tomorrow you are to place fire and incense in them in the presence of the LORD. Then the man the LORD chooses will be the one who is holy. It is you sons of Levi who have taken too much upon yourselves!” Leviticus 10:1-2 Now Aaron’s sons Nadab and Abihu took their censers, put fire in them and added incense, and offered unauthorized fire before the LORD, contrary to His command. / So fire came out from the presence of the LORD and consumed them, and they died in the presence of the LORD. sprinkling bowls, Numbers 7:13 His offering was one silver platter weighing a hundred and thirty shekels, and one silver bowl weighing seventy shekels, both according to the sanctuary shekel and filled with fine flour mixed with oil for a grain offering; 1 Kings 7:40 Additionally, Huram made the pots, shovels, and sprinkling bowls. So Huram finished all the work that he had undertaken for King Solomon in the house of the LORD: 2 Chronicles 4:8 Additionally, he made ten tables and placed them in the temple, five on the south side and five on the north. He also made a hundred gold bowls. pots, 1 Kings 7:45 and the pots, shovels, and sprinkling bowls. All the articles that Huram made for King Solomon in the house of the LORD were made of burnished bronze. 2 Chronicles 4:11 Additionally, Huram made the pots, shovels, and sprinkling bowls. So Huram finished the work that he had undertaken for King Solomon in the house of God: 2 Chronicles 35:13 They roasted the Passover animals on the fire according to the regulation, and they boiled the other holy offerings in pots, kettles, and bowls and quickly brought them to all the people. lampstands, Exodus 25:31-40 Then you are to make a lampstand of pure, hammered gold. It shall be made of one piece, including its base and shaft, its cups, and its buds and petals. / Six branches are to extend from the sides of the lampstand—three on one side and three on the other. / There are to be three cups shaped like almond blossoms on the first branch, each with buds and petals, three on the next branch, and the same for all six branches that extend from the lampstand. … 1 Kings 7:49 the lampstands of pure gold in front of the inner sanctuary, five on the right side and five on the left; the gold flowers, lamps, and tongs; 2 Chronicles 4:7 He made ten gold lampstands according to their specifications and placed them in the temple, five on the south side and five on the north. pans, Leviticus 2:5 If your offering is a grain offering prepared on a griddle, it must be unleavened bread made of fine flour mixed with oil. Treasury of Scripture And the basins, and the fire pans, and the bowls, and the caldrons, and the candlesticks, and the spoons, and the cups; that which was of gold in gold, and that which was of silver in silver, took the captain of the guard away. fire pans. Leviticus 26:12 And I will walk among you, and will be your God, and ye shall be my people. Numbers 16:46 And Moses said unto Aaron, Take a censer, and put fire therein from off the altar, and put on incense, and go quickly unto the congregation, and make an atonement for them: for there is wrath gone out from the LORD; the plague is begun. Revelation 8:3-5 And another angel came and stood at the altar, having a golden censer; and there was given unto him much incense, that he should offer it with the prayers of all saints upon the golden altar which was before the throne… and the candlesticks Exodus 25:31-39 And thou shalt make a candlestick of pure gold: of beaten work shall the candlestick be made: his shaft, and his branches, his bowls, his knops, and his flowers, shall be of the same… 1 Kings 7:49 And the candlesticks of pure gold, five on the right side, and five on the left, before the oracle, with the flowers, and the lamps, and the tongs of gold, 2 Chronicles 4:6-22 He made also ten lavers, and put five on the right hand, and five on the left, to wash in them: such things as they offered for the burnt offering they washed in them; but the sea was for the priests to wash in… Jump to Previous Basins Basons Body-Guard Bowls Caldrons Candlesticks Captain Censers Commander Cups Dishes Drink Fine Fire Firepans Fire-Pans Fire-Trays Goblets Gold Guard Imperial Incense Lampstands Offering Offerings Pans Pots Silver Small Spoons Sprinkling Supports Used Vessels WideJump to Next Basins Basons Body-Guard Bowls Caldrons Candlesticks Captain Censers Commander Cups Dishes Drink Fine Fire Firepans Fire-Pans Fire-Trays Goblets Gold Guard Imperial Incense Lampstands Offering Offerings Pans Pots Silver Small Spoons Sprinkling Supports Used Vessels WideJeremiah 52 1. Zedekiah rebels4. 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 The captain of the guard also took away the basins, Nebuzaradan, the Babylonian captain of the guard, completed the plundering of the Temple after Jerusalem fell. The basins had served in the priestly ministry connected with washing and sacrificial service. Their removal demonstrated that the Temple’s worship had been forcibly brought to an end under God’s judgment on Judah. 2Ki 25:14-15 They also took away the pots, shovels, wick trimmers… censers, Censers were used for burning incense before the Lord, representing the prayers and worship of God’s people (Psalm 141:2; Revelation 8:3–4). Babylon’s seizure of them marked the silencing of the Temple’s regular ministry, though the exile could not prevent faithful Jews from seeking God in repentance and prayer. Exo 27:3 Make all its utensils of bronze—its pots for removing ashes… sprinkling bowls, These vessels were used in sacrificial rites involving blood and purification. Without the Temple, altar, priesthood, and prescribed vessels, Judah could no longer maintain the sacrificial worship commanded in the Law. The loss exposed the seriousness of sin and anticipated God’s promise of a new covenant in which He would cleanse His people and write His law on their hearts (Jeremiah 31:31–34). Num 7:13 His offering was one silver platter, and one silver bowl… pots, Pots were used in preparing portions of offerings and supporting the daily work of the sanctuary. Even the ordinary implements of worship were carried away, showing that Babylon’s victory had reached every part of Jerusalem’s religious life. Yet the sacrificial system itself pointed beyond its own temporary provisions to the sufficient sacrifice of Christ (Hebrews 10:1–10). 1Ki 7:45 and the pots, shovels, and sprinkling bowls.… lampstands, The lampstands supplied light for the holy place and belonged to the ordered service God had established for the sanctuary. Their removal accompanied the devastation of the Temple, from which the glory of the Lord had departed in Ezekiel’s vision because of Judah’s persistent idolatry (Ezekiel 10:18–19). Jesus Christ is the true Light of the world, and no earthly sanctuary can contain the fullness of God’s presence revealed in Him (John 8:12). Exo 25:31-40 Then you are to make a lampstand of pure, hammered gold.… pans, Pans were used in handling fire and preparing offerings at the altar. Their confiscation ended the visible rhythm of daily Temple worship and reminded the exiles that outward forms of worship cannot preserve a people who refuse the Lord’s covenant. God would later call His people to worship Him in spirit and truth through the salvation accomplished by Christ (John 4:23–24). Lev 2:5 If your offering is a grain offering prepared on a griddle,… and drink offering bowls— Drink offerings expressed devoted surrender to the Lord and accompanied appointed sacrifices. The removal of these bowls signaled that the offerings of Judah had ceased in the ruined Temple. Christ fulfilled the deepest meaning of such consecration by giving His blood for the forgiveness of sins, as He declared at the Last Supper (Matthew 26:27–28). Num 4:7 Over the table of the Presence they are to spread…… anything made of pure gold or fine silver. The precious metals underscore both the value of the vessels and the splendor God had given to Solomon’s Temple. Babylon carried away what Judah had treated carelessly, but the Lord had not been defeated by Babylonian power. He had brought the judgment He had promised, and He would also preserve a remnant, restore worship, and ultimately establish His incorruptible kingdom. 2Ch 4:19-22 Solomon also made all the furnishings for the house of God… Persons / Places / Events 1. Captain of the GuardThis refers to Nebuzaradan, the commander of the Babylonian guard, who was responsible for the destruction of Jerusalem and the Temple, and for taking the sacred items to Babylon. 2. Jerusalem The city where the Temple was located, which was besieged and destroyed by the Babylonians as a consequence of Judah's disobedience to God. 3. Temple Articles Sacred items used in the worship and rituals of the Temple, made of gold and silver, symbolizing the wealth and spiritual heritage of Israel. 4. Babylonian Exile The period when the Israelites were taken captive to Babylon, marking a significant moment of judgment and reflection for the people of Judah. 5. Nebuchadnezzar The king of Babylon who ordered the siege of Jerusalem and the removal of the Temple treasures, representing God's instrument of judgment. Teaching Points The Consequences of DisobedienceThe removal of the Temple articles serves as a stark reminder of the consequences of turning away from God. It underscores the importance of faithfulness and obedience to God's commands. The Sovereignty of God in Judgment Despite the tragic events, God's sovereignty is evident. He uses even foreign nations to accomplish His purposes, reminding us that He is in control of history. The Sacredness of Worship The items taken were used in the worship of God, highlighting the importance of reverence and purity in our worship practices today. Hope in Restoration While the removal of the Temple treasures signifies loss, it also points to the hope of restoration. God’s promises of return and rebuilding are fulfilled in later scriptures, encouraging us to trust in His redemptive plans. Guarding Our Spiritual Treasures Just as the physical treasures were taken, we must guard our spiritual treasures—faith, hope, and love—against the influences that seek to diminish them. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Jeremiah 52:19?2. How does Jeremiah 52:19 demonstrate God's attention to detail in His plans? 3. What can we learn about God's sovereignty from Jeremiah 52:19's inventory of items? 4. How does Jeremiah 52:19 connect with God's judgment on Israel in earlier chapters? 5. How can we apply the lesson of stewardship from Jeremiah 52:19 today? 6. What does the preservation of temple items in Jeremiah 52:19 teach about God's faithfulness? 7. What is the significance of the items taken in Jeremiah 52:19 for biblical history? 8. How does Jeremiah 52:19 reflect the fulfillment of prophecy? 9. Why were the temple articles important in Jeremiah 52:19? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Jeremiah 52? What Does Jeremiah 52:19 Mean the captain of the guardNebuzaradan, the Babylonian officer (Jeremiah 52:12–15; 2 Kings 25:8–11), stands here as the instrument God used to complete the judgment He had foretold (Jeremiah 25:8-9). Though a pagan commander, he is fulfilling the word the LORD spoke through Jeremiah decades earlier (Jeremiah 27:19-22). The scene reminds us that no earthly power moves outside God’s sovereign plan (Proverbs 21:1). also took away The phrase underscores total removal. What is happening is not random looting but the precise outcome of covenant warnings (Leviticus 26:31-33; Deuteronomy 28:49-52). Earlier waves of exile had already carried off some treasures (2 Kings 24:13-14; Daniel 1:2), yet this final sweep empties the house of God exactly as prophesied (Isaiah 39:6). the basins, censers, sprinkling bowls These vessels served daily sacrifices—holding blood, coals, and water for purification (Exodus 27:3; Numbers 4:14). By listing them, Jeremiah emphasizes that regular worship at the altar has ceased. Without these items, the priests could not carry out the rites commanded in Leviticus 1–7. The people’s persistent sin had already hollowed out their worship; now even the physical tools are gone (Jeremiah 7:4-14). pots, lampstands, pans • Pots transported ashes and meat (Exodus 27:3), • Lampstands illuminated the Holy Place (Exodus 25:31-37), • Pans handled burning incense (2 Chronicles 4:22). Every object symbolized fellowship with a holy God. Their seizure paints a chilling picture: the light is extinguished (1 Samuel 3:3 contrast), the fire of devotion removed, and darkness settles over Jerusalem (Lamentations 2:9). and drink offering bowls Drink offerings accompanied burnt offerings as expressions of joyful devotion (Exodus 29:40-41; Numbers 15:5-10). Their confiscation signals the loss of celebratory communion with God. The image foreshadows how sin drains joy, leaving only empty vessels (Joel 1:9-10). anything made of pure gold or fine silver Babylon targeted items of highest value (1 Kings 7:48-50). God had once filled His house with glory and wealth (2 Chronicles 5:13-14); now He allows that splendor to be carried to a foreign land. Yet this loss is not permanent—Ezra 1:7-11 records the future return of many of these same articles, proving that judgment, though severe, is never God’s final word (Jeremiah 29:10-14). summary Jeremiah 52:19 documents the thorough stripping of the temple’s sacred vessels by Nebuchadnezzar’s captain. Each item named—basins, censers, bowls, pots, lampstands, pans—had played a specific role in Israel’s God-given worship. Their removal fulfills earlier prophecies, demonstrates God’s absolute control over nations, and illustrates the heavy cost of persistent disobedience. Yet the later restoration of these treasures shows that even in judgment, the LORD’s purposes move toward redemption for His covenant people. Hebrew The captainרַב־ (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 also took away לָקַ֖ח (lā·qaḥ) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 3947: To take the bowls, הַ֠סִּפִּים (has·sip·pîm) Article | Noun - masculine plural Strong's 5592: A vestibule, a dish censers, הַמַּחְתּ֨וֹת (ham·maḥ·tō·wṯ) Article | Noun - feminine plural Strong's 4289: A fireholder, censer, snuff dish sprinkling basins, הַמִּזְרָק֜וֹת (ham·miz·rā·qō·wṯ) Article | Noun - masculine plural Strong's 4219: Bowl, basin pots, הַסִּיר֣וֹת (has·sî·rō·wṯ) Article | Noun - common plural Strong's 5518: A pot, a thorn, a hook lampstands, הַמְּנֹר֗וֹת (ham·mə·nō·rō·wṯ) Article | Noun - feminine plural Strong's 4501: A chandelier pans, הַכַּפּוֹת֙ (hak·kap·pō·wṯ) Article | Noun - feminine plural Strong's 3709: Hollow or flat of the hand, palm, sole (of the foot), a pan and drink offering bowls— הַמְּנַקִי֔וֹת (ham·mə·na·qi·yō·wṯ) Article | Noun - feminine plural Strong's 4518: A sacrificial basin anything [made of] אֲשֶׁ֤ר (’ă·šer) Pronoun - relative Strong's 834: Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that pure gold זָהָב֙ (zā·hāḇ) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 2091: Gold, something gold-colored, as oil, a clear sky or fine silver. כֶּ֖סֶף (ke·sep̄) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 3701: Silver, money Additonal Resources Jeremiah 52:19 Blue Letter BibleJeremiah 52:19 Bible Gateway Jeremiah 52:19 Bible.com Jeremiah 52:19 NIV |
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