Ebed-melech Summary
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Ebed-melech, an Ethiopian eunuch in King Zedekiah's service, rescued the prophet Jeremiah from a cistern and was promised safety by God for his faith.
the Ethiopian eunuch who spoke up for Jeremiah (JER 38:7)
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Ebed-melech
the king's servant
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Ebed-melech
· Also called · H5663 none · JER 38:7 servant of Melek [king] or Malk
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עֶבֶד-מֶלֶךְ
eved-melekh · H5663 · JER 38:7 servant of Melek [king] or Malk
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Ebed-melech Article
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Ebed-melech was an Ethiopian eunuch who served in the court of King Zedekiah during the final days of the kingdom of Judah. He played a significant role in rescuing the prophet Jeremiah from a life-threatening situation.
When Jeremiah was thrown into a cistern by the officials who opposed his prophetic message, Ebed-melech learned of the prophet's plight (Jer 38:7). Recognizing the injustice of the situation, Ebed-melech courageously went to King Zedekiah and interceded on Jeremiah's behalf (Jer 38:8-9).
The king granted Ebed-melech permission to rescue Jeremiah, and the Ethiopian eunuch took thirty men with him to the cistern (Jer 38:10). Ebed-melech showed compassion and resourcefulness by lowering old rags and worn-out clothes for Jeremiah to use as padding under the ropes.
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