Then he called Johanan, son of Kareah, his army leaders, and all the people, from the least to the greatest,
Now Johanan, son of Kareah, and all the military leaders in the field came to Gedaliah in Mizpah
they and their soldiers came to Gedaliah in Mizpah: Ishmael, son of Nethaniah; Johanan, son of Kareah; Seraiah, son of Tanhumeth; the sons of Ephai of Netophah; and Jezaniah of Beth-maacah.
Then all the military leaders, including Johanan, son of Kareah, Azariah, son of Hoshaiah, and all the people, from the least to the greatest,
Ten days passed before the word of the Lord came to Jeremiah.
and said to them: Thus says the Lord, the God of Israel, to whom you sent me to offer your petition: