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Jeremiah 36:10

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.

Jeremiah 36:10 · King James Version

Meaning

Baruch was tasked with reading the words of the prophet Jeremiah to the people in the house of the LORD. This act took place 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. By reading these words to the people, Baruch was fulfilling a crucial role in spreading the message of God to the community. The specific location within the house of the LORD where this reading occurred indicates that the message was meant for all to hear, emphasizing the importance of sharing God's word with the people. This passage serves as a reminder of the vital role of spreading the teachings of the prophets and the importance of hearing and receiving these messages within the sacred spaces of the house of the LORD. It underscores the significance of community engagement with the word of God and the role of individuals like Baruch in facilitating this engagement.

Theological Overview

Baruch, who was a scribe and a faithful companion of the prophet Jeremiah, was instructed to read aloud the words of Jeremiah in the temple of the Lord. This passage highlights the importance of hearing and receiving the word of God in a sacred place like the temple. The mention of the specific location within the temple, such as the chamber of Gemariah, the higher court, and the new gate, serves to emphasize the solemnity and significance of the message being delivered. By reading the words of Jeremiah in the presence of all the people, Baruch helped to ensure that the message would reach a wide audience and have a powerful impact on the community. This act of public reading and proclamation reflects the belief that the word of God is meant to be shared and heard by all, reinforcing the importance of communal worship and spiritual fellowship.

Jeremiah 36:10 in other translations

American Standard Version

Then read Baruch in the book the words of Jeremiah in the house of Jehovah, in the chamber of Gemariah the son of Shaphan, the scribe, in the upper court, at the entry of the new gate of Jehovah's house, in the ears of all the people.

World English Bible

Then Baruch read the words of Jeremiah from the book in Yahweh’s house, in the room of Gemariah the son of Shaphan, the scribe, in the upper court, at the entry of the new gate of Yahweh’s house, in the ears of all the people.

Douay-Rheims

And Baruch read out of the volume the words of Jeremiah in the house of the Lord, in the treasury of Gamarias the son of Saphan the scribe, in the upper court, in the entry of the new gate of the house of the Lord, in the hearing of all the people.

Geneva Bible (1599)

Then read Baruch in the booke the wordes of Ieremiah in the house of the Lord, in the chamber of Gemariah the sonne of Shaphan the secretarie, in the hier court at the entrie of the new gate of the Lordes house, in the hearing of all the people.