Jeremiah 20:6
And thou, Pashur, and all that dwell in thine house shall go into captivity: and thou shalt come to Babylon, and there thou shalt die, and shalt be buried there, thou, and all thy friends, to whom thou hast prophesied lies.
Jeremiah 20:6 · King James Version
Meaning
This verse from the book of Jeremiah chapter 20, verse 6, serves as a warning to Pashur, a priest and official in the temple in Jerusalem, regarding the consequences of his actions. Pashur had been mistreating the prophet Jeremiah, even going as far as having him beaten and put in stocks. The verse predicts that as a result of his treatment of Jeremiah and his false prophecies, Pashur and his household will be taken into captivity, specifically to Babylon. In Babylon, Pashur will meet his end and be buried there along with his friends who he had deceived with his lies. This verse illustrates the severity of God's judgment on those who lead others astray and abuse their power. It serves as a reminder that deceit and mistreatment of God's messengers will not go unpunished.
Theological Overview
This verse from the book of Jeremiah features a prophecy directed towards Pashur, a false prophet who had been misleading the people with lies. The theological interpretation of this verse revolves around the consequences of deceit and manipulation. Pashur is warned that he and his household will be taken captive, brought to Babylon where he will meet his end, and be buried along with those he has deceived. The word 'captivity' signifies a punishment for his actions, highlighting the seriousness of leading others astray. The mention of Babylon represents a place of exile and separation from God, emphasizing the consequences of straying from the right path. This verse serves as a reminder of the importance of truth and integrity in one's words and actions, as well as the judgment that awaits those who choose deception over righteousness.
Jeremiah 20:6 in other translations
American Standard Version
And thou, Pashhur, and all that dwell in thy house shall go into captivity; and thou shalt come to Babylon, and there thou shalt die, and there shalt thou be buried, thou, and all thy friends, to whom thou hast prophesied falsely.
World English Bible
You, Pashhur, and all who dwell in your house shall go into captivity; and you shall come to Babylon, and there you shall die, and there you shall be buried, you, and all your friends, to whom you have prophesied falsely.
Douay-Rheims
But thou Phassur, and all that dwell in thy house, shall go into captivity, and thou shalt go to Babylon, and there thou shalt die, and there thou shalt be buried, thou and all thy friends, to whom thou hast prophesied a lie.
Geneva Bible (1599)
And thou Pashur, and all that dwell in thine house, shall go into captiuitie, and thou shalt come to Babel, and there thou shalt die, and shalt be buryed there, thou and all thy friendes, to whome thou hast prophecied lyes.