In 38:9, Ebed-melech reports that these same officials from 38:1 have thrown Jeremiah into the cistern, showing their hostility.

Jeremiah 21:1 introduces Pashhur son of Malchiah who inquired of Jeremiah — the same official later opposing him in 38:1.

Jeremiah 37:4 shows Jeremiah free before imprisonment — contrasting with 38:1 where officials are hearing his words while he is confined.

In 39:17, God promises to deliver Ebed-melech from the officials listed in 38:1 who opposed Jeremiah, contrasting their fate.

Jeremiah 11:21 recounts earlier death threats from Anathoth — similar hostility to that which Jeremiah faced from officials here.

Jeremiah 36:16 depicts officials hearing Baruch read Jeremiah's words and trembling — a parallel reaction to the hearing in 38:1, though with different outcome.