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Ishmael's Betrayal and Massacre
- Ishmael, of the royal family, murders Gedaliah, the governor of the remnant of Judah, after sharing a meal.
- He then slaughters pilgrims on their way to worship and fills a cistern with bodies.
Fear and Seeking Guidance
- The remnant of Judah lives in fear after Gedaliah's murder, fearing both outlaws and Nebuchadnezzar's retribution.
- They ask Jeremiah for guidance, promising to obey God's word.
God's Warning Against Fleeing
- God tells the remnant to stay in Judah, promising safety and repentance for past evils.
- He warns that fleeing to Egypt will lead to death by sword, famine, and pestilence.