Questions and Answers
What happened in the ninth year of the tenth month of King Zedekiah's reign (2 Kgs 25:1)?
How long was the city of Jerusalem under siege by Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon (2 Kgs 25:2)?
What happened as a result of the siege (2 Kgs 25:3)?
What happened when the Babylonian army broke through the city wall (2 Kgs 25:4)?
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Near what did Zedekiah and his army seek to flee from Nebuchadnezzar at night (2 Kgs 25:4)?
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Where did Zedekiah and his army flee at night hoping to escape Nebuchadnezzar (2 Kgs 25:4)?
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Where did the Babylonian army catch up and capture Zedekiah (2 Kgs 25:5)?
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Where was Zedekiah taken to face Nebuchadnezzar after he was captured (2 Kgs 25:6)?
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What happened to Zedekiah after Nebuchadnezzar caught him (2 Kgs 25:7)?
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How was Zedekiah taken to Babylon (2 Kgs 25:7)?
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Who was the Babylonian commander who had the oversight of destroying Jerusalem (2 Kgs 25:8)?
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Nebuzaradan destroyed the city of Jerusalem in all of the following ways EXCEPT (2 Kgs 25:9)?
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Who did Nebuzaradan leave in the land (2 Kgs 25:12)?
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All of the following bronze items were taken from the temple area by Nebuzaradan EXCEPT (2 Kgs 25:13)?
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How high were each of the bronze pillars (2 Kgs 25:17)?
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Who was the chief priest that Nebuzaradan took captive (2 Kgs 25:18)?
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Who had made the bronze pillars and Sea for the temple (2 Kgs 25:16)?
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What did Nebuzaradan do with the people who remained in the city and the rest of the population (2 Kgs 25:11)?
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Study Notes
The Siege of Jerusalem
- Nebuchadnezzar marched against Jerusalem in the ninth year of King Zedekiah's reign.
- Jerusalem was under siege for approximately two years until its fall.
- The siege led to a severe famine within the city, resulting in a lack of food.
Zedekiah's Attempt to Escape
- When the Babylonian army breached the city wall, Zedekiah attempted to escape at night through the gate between the walls.
- Zedekiah and his army fled near the king's garden into the Arabah, hoping to evade capture.
- Nebuchadnezzar's forces caught up with Zedekiah in the plains of Jericho.
Zedekiah's Capture and Fate
- After being captured, Zedekiah was taken to Riblah to face Nebuchadnezzar.
- His sons were killed before him, and he was blinded, marking a tragic end to his reign.
- Zedekiah was bound in bronze shackles during his transport to Babylon.
Destruction of Jerusalem
- Nebuzaradan, the Babylonian commander, oversaw the destruction of Jerusalem.
- The city was burned, walls were broken down, and the temple was set ablaze, but no salt was put on it.
- The poorest people were left in the land to tend to their needs.
Spoils Taken from the Temple
- Nebuzaradan confiscated bronze items from the temple, including pillars that were 27 feet high and the Sea, but did not take the wick trimmers.
- Seraiah, the chief priest, was among those taken captive during the destruction.
Population Aftermath
- The remaining inhabitants of Jerusalem were carried into exile by the Babylonians.
- Leaders and officers found in the city faced execution as a consequence of the city's fall.
Historical Figures and Structures
- Solomon was the craftsman behind the bronze pillars and the Sea in the temple.
- The story highlights Zedekiah's failed leadership and Nebuchadnezzar's military prowess, culminating in Jerusalem’s devastation.
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Test your knowledge on the events of 2 Kings 25 with these flashcard multiple-choice questions. This quiz will cover the siege of Jerusalem and key actions taken by King Zedekiah and Nebuchadnezzar. Perfect for studying biblical events and understanding their significance.
