Jeremiah Summary
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Jeremiah was one of the priests who returned to Jerusalem from the Babylonian exile, as recorded in Nehemiah.
Aaronic priest (NEH 10:8)
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exaltation of the Lord
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· Also called · H3414 none · NEH 10:2 y-h-v-h loosens [the womb]; y-h-v-h lifts up; [poss.] y-h-v-h shoots, establishes
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yirəmyah · H3414 · NEH 10:2 y-h-v-h loosens [the womb]; y-h-v-h lifts up; [poss.] y-h-v-h shoots, establishes
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- el Ιερμια Iermia · none · NEH 10:2
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- Son: Hananiah
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Jeremiah Article
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Jeremiah is mentioned in the book of Nehemiah as one of the priests who returned to Jerusalem from the Babylonian exile. He is listed among the priests who signed the covenant to follow the Law of God under the leadership of Nehemiah and Ezra. Jeremiah is also mentioned as one of the priests who participated in the dedication of the rebuilt wall of Jerusalem, where he was involved in leading the procession and giving thanks to God. These events highlight Jeremiah's role as a priest and his commitment to the spiritual restoration of the Jewish community after the exile.
Sources: BibleData (CC BY 4.0, Jeremiah_7) · STEPBible TIPNR (CC BY 4.0, Jeremiah@Neh.10.2-) · Theographic Bible Metadata (CC BY-SA 4.0, jeremiah_854)