Jeremiah 43:7 net — They went on to Egypt because they refused to obey the LORD, and came to Tahpanhes.

NET Bible

"They went on to Egypt because they refused to obey the LORD, and came to Tahpanhes."

— Jeremiah 43:7, NET Bible

Read in Another Translation

5 of 21 translations

Jeremiah 43:7 in Other Translations

6 versions All translations

Jeremiah 43 — Context

4

So Johanan son of Kareah, all the army officers, and all the rest of the people did not obey the LORD’s command to stay in the land of Judah.

5

Instead Johanan son of Kareah and all the army officers led off all the Judean remnant who had come back to live in the land of Judah from all the nations where they had been scattered.

6

They also led off all the men, women, children, and royal princesses that Nebuzaradan, the captain of the royal guard, had left with Gedaliah, the son of Ahikam and grandson of Shaphan. This included the prophet Jeremiah and Baruch son of Neriah.

7

They went on to Egypt because they refused to obey the LORD, and came to Tahpanhes.

8

Jeremiah Predicts that Nebuchadnezzar Will Plunder Egypt and Its Gods At Tahpanhes the LORD’s message came to Jeremiah.

9

“Take some large stones and bury them in the mortar of the clay pavement at the entrance of Pharaoh’s residence here in Tahpanhes. Do it while the people of Judah present there are watching.

10

Then tell them,‘The LORD of Heaven’s Armies, the God of Israel says,“I will bring my servant King Nebuchadnezzar of Babylon. I will set his throne over these stones which I have buried. He will pitch his royal tent over them.

Jeremiah 43:7 — Frequently Asked Questions

7 questions
What does Jeremiah 43:7 say?
Jeremiah 43:7 in the NET Bible reads: “They went on to Egypt because they refused to obey the LORD, and came to Tahpanhes.”
Where is Jeremiah 43:7 in the Bible?
Jeremiah 43:7 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Jeremiah, chapter 43, verse 7.
Who wrote Jeremiah?
Jeremiah is traditionally attributed to Jeremiah, with scribal help from Baruch. It was written c. 627–580 BC.
What is the book of Jeremiah about?
Jeremiah, the "weeping prophet," ministered through Judah's slow-motion collapse — pleading with kings and people to repent, suffering imprisonment for his message, and ultimately watching Jerusalem fall. Yet in the midst of judgment he promises a new covenant written on the heart.
What are the major themes of Jeremiah?
Jeremiah explores themes including Judgment, Repentance, New Covenant, Suffering Prophet, Hope. These themes shape the meaning and context of Jeremiah 43:7.
What translation should I read Jeremiah 43:7 in?
Jeremiah 43:7 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Jeremiah 43:7?
Jeremiah 43:7 reads (NET): “They went on to Egypt because they refused to obey the LORD, and came to Tahpanhes.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
GodsGoodBook logo

GodsGoodBook

Making God's Word accessible to everyone

Experience the Bible like never before with multiple translations, powerful search tools, and features to make God's Word personal to you. Completely free, forever.

Features

15+ Bible Translations
Powerful Search Tools
Highlight & Annotate
Share Verses
100% Free Forever
© 2025 GodsGoodBookVersion 1.8.2