Take him, and look well to him, and do him no harm; but do unto him even as he shall say unto thee.
Take care of him and treat him well, don't hurt him at all. Whatever he asks you to do, just do it.
Sometimes protection comes from the most unexpected places.
📚 Historical Context
In the historical context of Jeremiah 39:12, this verse takes place during the Babylonian siege and capture of Jerusalem in 586 BC, when the city fell to King Nebuchadnezzar's forces. Jeremiah, a prophet who had warned of Judah's defeat and urged surrender, was initially imprisoned by his own people, but the Babylonians recognized his truthful messages and issued orders to protect him. This command from Nebuchadnezzar to his captain highlights the respect given to prophets who aligned with God's word, even amid conquest and chaos.
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