The Babylonians free Jeremiah and appoint Gedaliah governor of Judah. Gedaliah is assassinated by Ishmael.
Jeremiah’s Emancipation, 40:1-6
Gedaliah’s Encouragement, 40:7-10
A. The Anxiety: Will there be peace with Babylon?
B. The Assurance: Gedaliah promises peace and prosperity.
Refugees Return, 40:11-12
Johanan’s Warning, 40:13-16
A. Johanan’s Report: Ishamel has been sent by Baalis to assassinate Gedaliah, vv. 13-15.
B. Gedaliah’s Dismissal, v. 16.
Gedaliah’s Assassination, 41:1-10
A. Ishmael Kills Gedaliah and Babylonian guards, 41:1-3.
B. Ishmael Kills 70 Worshippers, 41:4-9.
C. Ishmael Enslaves Judah’s Leading Women, 41:10.
D. Ishmael Returns to Ammon.
Ishmael’s Defeat, 41:11-18
A. The Captives Return to Judah, 41:11-14.
B. Ishmael Escapes to Ammon, 41:15.
C. Johanan and the Jews Flee to Egypt for fear of reprisal from Babylon, 41:16-18.
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