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Jeremiah 41:4 Cross-References
Explore 2 cross-references for Jeremiah 41:4 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Jeremiah chapter 41 verse 4 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And it came to pass the second day after he had slain Gedaliah, and no man knew it,”
Jeremiah 41:4 (KJV)
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Commentary on Jeremiah 41:4
The phrase 'the second day after he had slain Gedaliah, and no man knew it' reveals Ishmael's calculated deception—he concealed the murders to avoid immediate alarm while he consolidated control. This detail emphasizes premeditation and cold calculation rather than passionate crime. The following verses (5-10) describe how Ishmael exploited religious pilgrims traveling to worship at Jerusalem's ruined temple, murdering 70 of 80 men after feigning friendship. This manipulation of religious devotion for murder shows the complete corruption of Ishmael's character. His ability to maintain normal a...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Jeremiah 41:4
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“when Doeg the Edomite came and told Saul”
“to bring them to Gath”