Now: Nebuchadnezzar must have frequently heard of Jeremiah's predictions, many of which were now fulfilled, which would dispose him to respect his character and treat him with kindness. gave: Jer 15:11, Jer 15:21, Job 5:19, Act 24:23 to: Heb. by the hand of, Jer 37:2, *marg. Reciprocal: Jer 39:9 - captain of the guard Jer 40:1 - after