Jeremiah 26:1

In the beginning of the reign of Jehoiakim the son of Josiah king of Judah came this word from the Lord, saying,

Cross-reference

In Jeremiah 27:1, the same dating formula 'in the beginning of Jehoiakim' is repeated, linking another oracle to the same period.

Jeremiah 1:3 Historical context

In Jeremiah 1:3, the timeframe of Jeremiah's ministry includes Jehoiakim, setting the context for the prophetic events dated here.

Jeremiah 25:1 Historical context

In Jeremiah 25:1, a later date in Jehoiakim's reign (fourth year) is given, contrasting with the early date here.

Jeremiah 35:1 Historical context

In Jeremiah 35:1, an oracle is placed in the days of Jehoiakim, though without specifying 'beginning', connecting to the same reign.

Jeremiah 36:1 Historical context

In Jeremiah 36:1, a specific later year (fourth) in Jehoiakim's reign is given, showing progression.

Jeremiah 45:1 Historical context

Jeremiah 45:1 gives a specific year (fourth of Jehoiakim) for another event, situating this prophecy chronologically.

2 Kings 23:34–36 Historical context

In 2 Kings 23:34-36, the historical account of Jehoiakim's accession and evil provides background for the prophetic context.

2 Chronicles 36:4 Historical context

In 2 Chronicles 36:4, the chronicler confirms Jehoiakim being made king, paralleling the historical setting.

2 Chronicles 36:5 Historical context

In 2 Chronicles 36:5, the length of Jehoiakim's reign and his evil are detailed, supplementing the timing.

2 Kings 24:5 Historical context

2 Kings 24:5 records the acts of Jehoiakim's reign, providing historical background for the time of Jeremiah's prophecy.