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King Zedekiah sends messengers to Jeremiah asking that he might inquire of the Lord on behalf of Judah. Though he asks for the Lord\u2019s favor, he instead receives a prophecy of the Lord\u2019s wrath, for the king of Judah and his entourage will all be handed over to King Nebuchadnezzar of Babylon. After pronouncing judgment against Zedekiah, he goes on to condemn Shallum, Jehoiakim, and Coniah. These leaders have led the Lord\u2019s flock away from Him, but God promises to raise up one who is called \u201ca Righteous Branch for David,\u201d a king and a shepherd who will reign wisely and administer justice righteously.