Jeremiah 35:4
New International Version
I brought them into the house of the LORD, into the room of the sons of Hanan son of Igdaliah the man of God. It was next to the room of the officials, which was over that of Maaseiah son of Shallum the doorkeeper.

New Living Translation
I took them to the Temple, and we went into the room assigned to the sons of Hanan son of Igdaliah, a man of God. This room was located next to the one used by the Temple officials, directly above the room of Maaseiah son of Shallum, the Temple gatekeeper.

English Standard Version
I brought them to the house of the LORD into the chamber of the sons of Hanan the son of Igdaliah, the man of God, which was near the chamber of the officials, above the chamber of Maaseiah the son of Shallum, keeper of the threshold.

Berean Standard Bible
and I brought them into the house of the LORD, to a chamber occupied by the sons of Hanan son of Igdaliah, a man of God. This room was near the chamber of the officials, which was above the chamber of Maaseiah son of Shallum the doorkeeper.

Berean Literal Bible
and I brought them to the house of YHWH, into the chamber of the sons of Hanan son of Igdaliah, a man of God, that was beside the chamber of the princes, that was above the chamber of Maaseiah son of Shallum, the keeper of the door.

King James Bible
And I brought them into the house of the LORD, into the chamber of the sons of Hanan, the son of Igdaliah, a man of God, which was by the chamber of the princes, which was above the chamber of Maaseiah the son of Shallum, the keeper of the door:

New King James Version
and I brought them into the house of the LORD, into the chamber of the sons of Hanan the son of Igdaliah, a man of God, which was by the chamber of the princes, above the chamber of Maaseiah the son of Shallum, the keeper of the door.

New American Standard Bible
and I brought them into the house of the LORD, into the chamber of the sons of Hanan the son of Igdaliah, the man of God, which was next to the chamber of the officials, which was above the chamber of Maaseiah the son of Shallum, the doorkeeper.

NASB 1995
and I brought them into the house of the LORD, into the chamber of the sons of Hanan the son of Igdaliah, the man of God, which was near the chamber of the officials, which was above the chamber of Maaseiah the son of Shallum, the doorkeeper.

NASB 1977
and I brought them into the house of the LORD, into the chamber of the sons of Hanan the son of Igdaliah, the man of God, which was near the chamber of the officials, which was above the chamber of Maaseiah the son of Shallum, the doorkeeper.

Legacy Standard Bible
and I brought them into the house of Yahweh, into the chamber of the sons of Hanan the son of Igdaliah, the man of God, which was beside the chamber of the officials, which was above the chamber of Maaseiah the son of Shallum, the doorkeeper.

Amplified Bible
and I brought them into the house of the LORD, into the chamber of the sons of Hanan the son of Igdaliah, the man of God, which was near the chamber of the princes, above the chamber of Maaseiah the son of Shallum the doorkeeper.

Berean Annotated Bible
and I brought them into the house of the LORD {YHWH}, to a chamber occupied by the sons of Hanan (he is merciful) son of Igdaliah (YHWH is great), a man of God {Elohim}. This room was near the chamber of the officials, which was above the chamber of Maaseiah (work of YHWH) son of Shallum (retribution) the doorkeeper.

Christian Standard Bible
and I brought them into the temple of the LORD to a chamber occupied by the sons of Hanan son of Igdaliah, a man of God, who had a chamber near the officials’ chamber, which was above the chamber of Maaseiah son of Shallum the doorkeeper.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
and I brought them into the temple of the LORD to a chamber occupied by the sons of Hanan son of Igdaliah, a man of God, who had a chamber near the officials’ chamber, which was above the chamber of Maaseiah son of Shallum the doorkeeper.

American Standard Version
and I brought them into the house of Jehovah, into the chamber of the sons of Hanan the son of Igdaliah, the man of God, which was by the chamber of the princes, which was above the chamber of Maaseiah the son of Shallum, the keeper of the threshold.

Contemporary English Version
I brought them into the temple courtyard and took them upstairs to a room belonging to the prophets who were followers of Hanan son of Igdaliah. It was next to a room belonging to some of the officials, and that room was over the one belonging to Maaseiah, a priest who was one of the high officials in the temple.

English Revised Version
and I brought them into the house of the LORD, into the chamber of the sons of Hanan the son of Igdaliah, the man of God, which was by the chamber of the princes, which was above the chamber of Maaseiah the son of Shallum, the keeper of the door:

GOD'S WORD® Translation
I brought them into the LORD's temple, into the side room of the sons of Hanan. (He was Igdaliah's son, the man of God.) It was next to the room of the officials and above the side room of Maaseiah, Shallum's son, the doorkeeper.

Good News Translation
and brought them to the Temple. I took them into the room of the disciples of the prophet Hanan son of Igdaliah. This room was above the room of Maaseiah son of Shallum, an important official in the Temple, and near the rooms of the other officials.

International Standard Version
I brought them to the LORD's Temple to the office of the descendants of Igdaliah's son Hanan, the man of God, which was next to the office of the officials, and which was above the office of Shallum's son Maaseiah, the keeper of the threshold.

NET Bible
I took them to the LORD's temple. I took them into the room where the disciples of the prophet Hanan son of Igdaliah stayed. That room was next to the one where the temple officers stayed and above the room where Maaseiah son of Shallum, one of the doorkeepers of the temple, stayed.

New Heart English Bible
And I brought them into the house of the LORD, into the room of the sons of Hananiah son of Gedaliah, the man of God, which was by the room of the officials, which was above the room of Maaseiah the son of Shallum, the keeper of the threshold.

Webster's Bible Translation
And I brought them into the house of the LORD, into the chamber of the sons of Hanan, the son of Igdaliah, a man of God, who was by the chamber of the princes, which was above the chamber of Maaseiah the son of Shallum, the keeper of the door:
Majority Text Translations
Majority Standard Bible
and I brought them into the house of the LORD, to a chamber occupied by the sons of Hanan son of Igdaliah, a man of God. This room was near the chamber of the officials, which was above the chamber of Maaseiah son of Shallum the doorkeeper.

World English Bible
and I brought them into Yahweh’s house, into the room of the sons of Hanan the son of Igdaliah, the man of God, which was by the room of the princes, which was above the room of Maaseiah the son of Shallum, the keeper of the threshold.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and bring them into the house of YHWH, to the chamber of the sons of Hanan son of Igdaliah, a man of God, that [is] near to the chamber of the princes, that [is] above the chamber of Maaseiah son of Shallum, keeper of the threshold;

Berean Literal Bible
and I brought them to the house of YHWH, into the chamber of the sons of Hanan son of Igdaliah, a man of God, that was beside the chamber of the princes, that was above the chamber of Maaseiah son of Shallum, the keeper of the door.

Young's Literal Translation
and bring them into the house of Jehovah, unto the chamber of the sons of Hanan son of Igdaliah, a man of God, that is near to the chamber of the princes, that is above the chamber of Maaseiah son of Shallum, keeper of the threshold;

Smith's Literal Translation
And I shall bring them to the house of Jehovah to the chamber of the sons of Hanan, son of Igdaliah, a man of God, which was near the chamber of the chiefs, which was from above to the chamber of Maaseiah, son of Shallum, watching the threshold.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And I brought them into the house of the Lord, to the treasure house of the sons of Hanan, the son of Jegedelias the man of God, which was by the treasure house of the princes, above the treasure of Maasias the son of Sellum, who was keeper of the entry.

Catholic Public Domain Version
and I led them into the house of the Lord, to the treasury of the sons of Hanan, the son of Igdaliah, a man of God, which was near the treasury of the princes, above the storehouse of Maaseiah, the son of Shallum, who was the guardian of the entrance.

New American Bible
and I brought them to the house of the LORD, to the room of the sons of Hanan, son of Igdaliah, the man of God, next to the room of the princes above the room of Maaseiah, son of Shallum, the guard at the entrance.

New Revised Standard Version
I brought them to the house of the LORD into the chamber of the sons of Hanan son of Igdaliah, the man of God, which was near the chamber of the officials, above the chamber of Maaseiah son of Shallum, keeper of the threshold.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And I brought them into the house of the LORD, into the chamber of the sons of Hanan, the son of Gedaliah, a prophet of God, whose house was near the chamber of the princes, who dwell above the house of Maasiah the son of Shallum, the keeper of the door;

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And I brought them to the house of LORD JEHOVAH and to the house of the sons of Khanan, son of Gedaliah, the Prophet of God, whose house is near the Princes who dwell above the house of Massiah, son of Shallum, Keeper of the gate
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
and I brought them into the house of the LORD, into the chamber of the sons of Hanan the son of Igdaliah, the man of God, which was by the chamber of the princes, which was above the chamber of Maaseiah the son of Shallum, the keeper of the door;

Brenton Septuagint Translation
and I brought them into the house of the Lord, into the chamber of the sons of Joanan, the son of Ananias, the son of Godolias, a man of God, who dwells near the house of the princes that are over the house of Maasaeas the son of Selom, who kept the court.

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Context
The Obedience of the Rechabites
3So I took Jaazaniah son of Jeremiah, the son of Habazziniah, and his brothers and all his sons—the entire house of the Rechabites— 4and I brought them into the house of the LORD, to a chamber occupied by the sons of Hanan son of Igdaliah, a man of God. This room was near the chamber of the officials, which was above the chamber of Maaseiah son of Shallum the doorkeeper. 5Then I set pitchers full of wine and some cups before the men of the house of the Rechabites, and I said to them, “Drink some wine.”…

Cross References
I brought them into the house of the LORD,

Ezra 8:29
Guard them carefully until you weigh them out in the chambers of the house of the LORD in Jerusalem before the leading priests, Levites, and heads of the Israelite families.”

2 Kings 12:4-5
Then Joash said to the priests, “Collect all the money brought as sacred gifts into the house of the LORD—the census money, the money from vows, and the money brought voluntarily into the house of the LORD. / Let every priest receive it from his constituency, and let it be used to repair any damage found in the temple.”

1 Kings 6:5-6
Against the walls of the temple and the inner sanctuary, Solomon built a chambered structure around the temple, in which he constructed the side rooms. / The bottom floor was five cubits wide, the middle floor six cubits, and the third floor seven cubits. He also placed offset ledges around the outside of the temple, so that nothing would be inserted into its walls.
to a chamber occupied by the sons of Hanan son of Igdaliah, a man of God.

2 Kings 4:9-10
Then the woman said to her husband, “Behold, now I know that the one who often comes our way is a holy man of God. / Please let us make a small room upstairs and put in it a bed, a table, a chair, and a lamp for him. Then when he comes to us, he can stay there.”

2 Kings 6:1-2
Now the sons of the prophets said to Elisha, “Please take note that the place where we meet with you is too small for us. / Please let us go to the Jordan, where each of us can get a log so we can build ourselves a place to live there.” “Go,” said Elisha.

1 Kings 13:1
Suddenly, as Jeroboam was standing beside the altar to burn incense, there came a man of God from Judah to Bethel by the word of the LORD.
This room was near the chamber of the officials,

2 Kings 23:11
And he removed from the entrance to the house of the LORD the horses that the kings of Judah had dedicated to the sun. They were in the court near the chamber of an official named Nathan-melech. And Josiah burned up the chariots of the sun.

2 Chronicles 31:11-12
Then Hezekiah commanded them to prepare storerooms in the house of the LORD, and they did so. / And they faithfully brought in the contributions, tithes, and dedicated gifts. Conaniah the Levite was the officer in charge of them, and his brother Shimei was second.
which was above the chamber of Maaseiah son of Shallum the doorkeeper.

1 Chronicles 9:19-27
Shallum son of Kore, the son of Ebiasaph, the son of Korah, and his relatives from the Korahites were assigned to guard the thresholds of the Tent, just as their fathers had been assigned to guard the entrance to the dwelling of the LORD. / In earlier times Phinehas son of Eleazar had been in charge of the gatekeepers, and the LORD was with him. / Zechariah son of Meshelemiah was the gatekeeper at the entrance to the Tent of Meeting. …

Nehemiah 12:25
Mattaniah, Bakbukiah, Obadiah, Meshullam, Talmon, and Akkub were gatekeepers who guarded the storerooms at the gates.

2 Kings 25:18
The captain of the guard also took away Seraiah the chief priest, Zephaniah the priest of second rank, and the three doorkeepers.
2 Kings 23:4
Then the king commanded Hilkiah the high priest, the priests second in rank, and the doorkeepers to remove from the temple of the LORD all the articles made for Baal, Asherah, and all the host of heaven. And he burned them outside Jerusalem in the fields of Kidron and carried their ashes to Bethel.

2 Kings 23:6
He brought the Asherah pole from the house of the LORD to the Kidron Valley outside Jerusalem, and there he burned it, ground it to powder, and threw its dust on the graves of the common people.

2 Kings 23:9
Although the priests of the high places did not come up to the altar of the LORD in Jerusalem, they ate unleavened bread with their fellow priests.

1 Chronicles 9:22-23
The number of those chosen to be gatekeepers at the thresholds was 212. They were registered by genealogy in their villages. David and Samuel the seer had appointed them to their positions of trust. / So they and their descendants were assigned to guard the gates of the house of the LORD—the house called the Tent.

1 Chronicles 9:26-27
But the four chief gatekeepers, who were Levites, were entrusted with the rooms and the treasuries of the house of God. / They would spend the night stationed around the house of God, because they were responsible for guarding it and opening it every morning.


Treasury of Scripture

And I brought them into the house of the LORD, into the chamber of the sons of Hanan, the son of Igdaliah, a man of God, which was by the chamber of the princes, which was above the chamber of Maaseiah the son of Shallum, the keeper of the door:

into the chamber.

Jeremiah 36:10-12
Then read Baruch in the book the words of Jeremiah in the house of the LORD, in the chamber of Gemariah the son of Shaphan the scribe, in the higher court, at the entry of the new gate of the LORD'S house, in the ears of all the people…

a man.

Deuteronomy 33:1
And this is the blessing, wherewith Moses the man of God blessed the children of Israel before his death.

Joshua 14:6
Then the children of Judah came unto Joshua in Gilgal: and Caleb the son of Jephunneh the Kenezite said unto him, Thou knowest the thing that the LORD said unto Moses the man of God concerning me and thee in Kadeshbarnea.

1 Samuel 2:27
And there came a man of God unto Eli, and said unto him, Thus saith the LORD, Did I plainly appear unto the house of thy father, when they were in Egypt in Pharaoh's house?

the princes.

Jeremiah 26:10
When the princes of Judah heard these things, then they came up from the king's house unto the house of the LORD, and sat down in the entry of the new gate of the LORD'S house.

the keeper.

Jeremiah 52:24
And the captain of the guard took Seraiah the chief priest, and Zephaniah the second priest, and the three keepers of the door:

2 Kings 12:9
But Jehoiada the priest took a chest, and bored a hole in the lid of it, and set it beside the altar, on the right side as one cometh into the house of the LORD: and the priests that kept the door put therein all the money that was brought into the house of the LORD.

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:

door.

Ezekiel 43:8
In their setting of their threshold by my thresholds, and their post by my posts, and the wall between me and them, they have even defiled my holy name by their abominations that they have committed: wherefore I have consumed them in mine anger.

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Jeremiah 35
1. By the obedience of the Rechabites,
12. Jeremiah condemns the disobedience of the Jews.
18. God blesses the Rechabites for their obedience.












and I brought them into the house of the LORD
The "house of the LORD" refers to the temple in Jerusalem, a central place of worship and sacrifice for the Israelites. Bringing the Rechabites into the temple signifies a solemn and significant event, as the temple was considered the dwelling place of God on earth. This act underscores the importance of the message Jeremiah is about to convey, highlighting the contrast between the Rechabites' obedience and Judah's disobedience.

to a chamber occupied by the sons of Hanan son of Igdaliah, a man of God
The mention of a specific chamber indicates the structured and organized nature of the temple complex, which included various rooms for different purposes. Hanan, son of Igdaliah, is described as "a man of God," a title often used for prophets or individuals devoted to God's service. This suggests that the chamber was a place of spiritual significance, possibly used for teaching or prophetic activities, and adds weight to the setting of Jeremiah's demonstration.

This room was near the chamber of the officials
The proximity to the chamber of the officials implies a location of importance within the temple, possibly indicating that the events taking place were meant to be observed or acknowledged by those in positions of authority. This setting emphasizes the public and official nature of the message being delivered, as it was not done in secret but in a place where leaders could witness it.

which was above the chamber of Maaseiah son of Shallum the doorkeeper
Maaseiah, son of Shallum, is identified as the doorkeeper, a role of responsibility within the temple. Doorkeepers were tasked with maintaining order and security, ensuring that only those who were ritually clean could enter. The mention of Maaseiah's chamber provides a specific location within the temple hierarchy, indicating the structured nature of temple service and the importance of each role in maintaining the sanctity of the worship space. This detail also highlights the interconnectedness of the temple community and the various functions necessary for its operation.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Jeremiah
The prophet who is delivering God's message to the people of Judah. He is known for his warnings about the consequences of disobedience to God.

2. House of the LORD
Refers to the temple in Jerusalem, a central place of worship and sacrifice for the Israelites.

3. Sons of Hanan
A group associated with Hanan, son of Igdaliah, who is described as a "man of God," indicating a person of spiritual authority or prophetic role.

4. Igdaliah
The father of Hanan, mentioned as a "man of God," suggesting a lineage of faithfulness and spiritual leadership.

5. Maaseiah son of Shallum
The doorkeeper, indicating a position of responsibility and service within the temple, ensuring the sanctity and order of the worship space.
Teaching Points
Faithfulness Across Generations
The mention of Hanan and Igdaliah as "men of God" highlights the importance of passing down faith and spiritual values through generations.

The Role of the Temple
The temple serves as a place of instruction, worship, and community, reminding us of the importance of gathering with fellow believers.

Spiritual Leadership and Service
The roles of the doorkeeper and the sons of Hanan emphasize the value of serving in God's house, whether in leadership or supportive roles.

Obedience to God's Commands
The context of Jeremiah 35, where the Rechabites are commended for their obedience, serves as a reminder of the blessings that come from following God's instructions.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Jeremiah 35:4?

2. How does Jeremiah 35:4 illustrate obedience to God's commands in our lives?

3. What can we learn from the Rechabites' faithfulness in Jeremiah 35:4?

4. How does Jeremiah 35:4 connect to honoring God through family traditions?

5. In what ways can we apply the Rechabites' example of obedience today?

6. How does Jeremiah 35:4 encourage us to uphold God's standards in modern society?

7. What is the significance of the chamber mentioned in Jeremiah 35:4?

8. How does Jeremiah 35:4 reflect the obedience theme in the Bible?

9. Why is Jehonadab's lineage important in Jeremiah 35:4?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Jeremiah 35?

11. What does the Bible say about God versus Satan?

12. Jeremiah 34:3 - How could God promise Zedekiah would not die by the sword if 2 Kings 25:7 says Nebuchadnezzar blinded him and took him captive?

13. (Lamentations 4:7) Does describing princes as 'purer than snow' reflect actual historical reality or poetic exaggeration?

14. Does Jeremiah 31:15 ('Rachel weeping for her children') align historically with Matthew's account, or is it a forced connection?
What Does Jeremiah 35:4 Mean
I brought them into the house of the LORD

Jeremiah personally escorts the Rechabites into the Temple complex (Jeremiah 35:2-3).

• This underscores the prophet’s obedience to God’s command and his public witness, much like Elijah calling Israel to decision at Mount Carmel (1 Kings 18:30-39).

• The Temple setting heightens the seriousness of the test; in the very place where God’s covenant presence is manifest (Psalm 27:4), fidelity will be either proved or abandoned.

• By choosing the house of the LORD—where priests, Levites, and worshipers gather—Jeremiah affirms that true obedience is measured before God, not merely before men (2 Chronicles 16:9).


to a chamber occupied by the sons of Hanan son of Igdaliah, a man of God

The Rechabites are taken to a specific room already in use.

• “Sons of Hanan” signals a godly lineage; Hanan is identified as “a man of God,” a title given to faithful servants like Samuel (1 Samuel 9:6) and Elijah (2 Kings 1:9-12).

• Their presence reinforces the theme of generational faithfulness—exactly what the Rechabites exemplify by keeping Jonadab’s command (Jeremiah 35:6-10).

• God situates the test among people known for devotion; the Rechabites will not be influenced by worldly peers but will stand in a circle of spiritual integrity (Psalm 1:1-3).


This room was near the chamber of the officials

Placement beside the “officials” (or princes) places the scene under the gaze of Judah’s leadership.

• These leaders had recently ignored prophetic warnings (Jeremiah 26:10-11; 29:24-32), so God now contrasts their disobedience with the Rechabites’ obedience.

• Proximity to authority highlights accountability; just as civil rulers are called to heed God’s word (Deuteronomy 17:18-20), so every observer in the Temple will be without excuse when confronted with the Rechabites’ example (James 4:17).

• The geography within the Temple speaks: faithfulness is to be visible, not hidden (Matthew 5:14-16).


which was above the chamber of Maaseiah son of Shallum the doorkeeper

A final detail locates the chamber vertically “above” that of Maaseiah, one of the gatekeepers.

• Gatekeepers guarded holiness, keeping what was unclean out (1 Chronicles 9:17-27). Their chambers formed the first line of sanctity.

• By placing the Rechabites “above” such a gatekeeper, Scripture pictures an elevated testimony: obedience rises like incense, pleasing to God (Psalm 141:2).

• Maaseiah’s family connection—linked to Shallum, a known Temple official (2 Kings 22:14)—further anchors the narrative in real history, reminding readers that God’s word operates within concrete times, places, and people (Luke 3:1-2).


summary

Jeremiah 35:4 records more than a casual meeting spot; it showcases deliberate placement. In the Temple—the nation’s spiritual heart—Jeremiah stages a contrast between covenant-breaking Judah and covenant-keeping Rechabites. Surrounded by godly descendants, governmental officials, and vigilant gatekeepers, the Rechabites’ steadfast obedience is put on elevated display. The verse teaches that God uses physical settings to amplify spiritual lessons, calling every observer—ancient and modern—to measured, visible, and enduring faithfulness.

(4) I brought them into the house of the Lord . . .--The Temple of Solomon appears from 1Kings 6:5 to have had, like a cathedral, apartments constructed in its precincts which were assigned, by special favour, for the residence of conspicuous priests or prophets. Huldah the prophetess seems to have dwelt in some such apartments known as "the college" (see 2Kings 22:14). In this case the chamber was occupied by the sons of Hanan. He, or Igdaliah (the Hebrew punctuation is decisive in favour of Hanan), is described as "a man of God--i.e., as a prophet--and therefore sympathising, we may believe, with Jeremiah's work (Deuteronomy 33:1; 1Samuel 2:27; 1Kings 13:1; 1Kings 20:28; 2Kings 4:7; 2Kings 4:9; 1Chronicles 23:14; 2Chronicles 11:2). It would seem, from the narrative, that Jeremiah had no chamber of his own. Here also "the sons of Hanan" are probably a company of scholars under the training of the prophet, Jeremiah introducing as it were the two religious orders to each other. The "princes," as in Jeremiah 26:10; Jeremiah 36:12, were probably official persons who, though not priests, were entitled to residence in the precincts, as we see in the case of Gemariah in Jeremiah 36:10. The "keeper of the door," as in Jeremiah 52:24, was probably one of the higher section of the priesthood. The stress laid on all these details was probably intended to show that the memorable dramatic scene that followed, daring as it seemed, was acted in the presence of representatives of the priestly, prophetic, and official orders. The name of Maaseiah has, however, a special interest attached to it. Shallum, the name of his father, is found in 2Kings 22:14 as that of the husband of Huldah the prophetess of the reign of Josiah, and he is described as the "keeper of the wardrobe," i.e., probably of the vestments of the priests, and as dwelling in the "college" (literally, the "second" part, or annexe of some other building). It is hardly possible to resist the inference that in the Maaseiah who now appears as receiving Jeremiah and the Rechabites, we have the son of the prophetess who had taken so active a part in the work of reformation in the reign of Josiah, whose influence had coloured the whole of the prophet's life, who had brought up her son within the precincts of the Temple. We are brought as it were into the innermost circle of the prophetic company of Jerusalem, and are reminded of Simeon and Anna, and those who waited for the consolation, for the redemption of Israel (Luke 2:25; Luke 2:38). The influence of Shallum may, perhaps, be traced in the fact that the king who appears in history as Jehoahaz had probably been named by Josiah after him (2Kings 23:30; 1Chronicles 3:15), as David named one of his sons after Nathan (2Samuel 5:14). It is, perhaps, from this point of view, characteristic of Jeremiah that he adheres in Jeremiah 22:1 to the old name given on his birth, and not to that which he had apparently adopted upon his accession to the throne. The name Shallum, it may be noted, means "retribution," whether for good or for evil. . . . Verse 4. - A man of God. The title, according to Hebrew usage, belongs to Hanan, not to his father, and means "prophet" (see e.g. 1 Kings 12:22); comp. Plumptre -

"There the chamber stands
Where Hanan's followers gather up the words
Their master speaks."
The chamber of the princes; i.e. the room "where the princes," i.e. the most distinguished laymen, especially the "elders of the people," assembled before the temple services. Maaseiah the son of Shallum. Probably the father of Zephaniah, "the second [or, 'deputy'] priest" (Jeremiah 52:24), himself a functionary of high rank, as he is called a keeper of the door (or rather, threshold). There were three of these "keepers," corresponding to the number of the gates of the temple, and they ranked immediately after the high priest and his deputy (Jeremiah 52:24); comp." I had rather be a doorkeeper," etc., in one of the Korahite psalms (Psalm 84:10).

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
and I brought them into
וָאָבִ֤א (wā·’ā·ḇi)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Consecutive imperfect - first person common singular
Strong's 935: To come in, come, go in, go

the temple
בֵּ֣ית (bêṯ)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1004: A house

of the LORD,
יְהוָ֔ה (Yah·weh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel

to
אֶל־ (’el-)
Preposition
Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to

a chamber
לִשְׁכַּ֗ת (liš·kaṯ)
Noun - feminine singular construct
Strong's 3957: Room, chamber, hall, cell

occupied by the sons
בְּנֵ֛י (bə·nê)
Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 1121: A son

of Hanan
חָנָ֥ן (ḥā·nān)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 2605: Hanan -- 'gracious', the name of several Israelites

son
בֶּן־ (ben-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1121: A son

of Igdaliah,
יִגְדַּלְיָ֖הוּ (yiḡ·dal·yā·hū)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3012: Igdaliah -- 'Yah is great', an Israelite prophet

a man
אִ֣ישׁ (’îš)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 376: A man as an individual, a male person

of God.
הָאֱלֹהִ֑ים (hā·’ĕ·lō·hîm)
Article | Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 430: gods -- the supreme God, magistrates, a superlative

This [room was]
אֲשֶׁר־ (’ă·šer-)
Pronoun - relative
Strong's 834: Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that

near
אֵ֙צֶל֙ (’ê·ṣel)
Preposition
Strong's 681: A joining together, proximity

the chamber
לִשְׁכַּ֣ת (liš·kaṯ)
Noun - feminine singular construct
Strong's 3957: Room, chamber, hall, cell

of the officials,
הַשָּׂרִ֔ים (haś·śā·rîm)
Article | Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 8269: Chieftain, chief, ruler, official, captain, prince

which
אֲשֶׁ֣ר (’ă·šer)
Pronoun - relative
Strong's 834: Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that

was above
מִמַּ֗עַל (mim·ma·‘al)
Preposition-m | Adverb
Strong's 4605: The upper part, with prefix upward, above, overhead, from the top

the chamber
לְלִשְׁכַּ֛ת (lə·liš·kaṯ)
Preposition-l | Noun - feminine singular construct
Strong's 3957: Room, chamber, hall, cell

of Maaseiah
מַעֲשֵׂיָ֥הוּ (ma·‘ă·śê·yā·hū)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 4641: Maaseiah -- 'work of Yah', the name of a number of Israelites

son
בֶן־ (ḇen-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1121: A son

of Shallum
שַׁלֻּ֖ם (šal·lum)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 7967: Shallum -- the name of a number of Israelites

the doorkeeper.
שֹׁמֵ֥ר (šō·mêr)
Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular construct
Strong's 8104: To hedge about, guard, to protect, attend to


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