JEREMIAH 36

JEREMIAH’S SCROLL IS DESTROYED BY JEHOIAKIM 

Jeremiah commissions Baruch as a scribe to compile his teachings and stories of Jeremiah’s life. Jeremiah tells Baruch to share his message of prophecy at the temple. Upon reading Jeremiah’s dictations, the officials are fearful and take the scroll, warning Baruch to go into hiding.

The scroll is read to King Jehoiakim, who is in disbelief that Babylon will invade Judah. After hearing the scroll, Jehoiakim destroys it by cutting and burning it piece by piece.

Jeremiah retells his prophecy to Baruch, who continues to record his messages.