ירמיהו, פרק ל״ז, פסוק ט״ו

The intense conflict between the prophet and the state leadership reaches a violent breaking point. Driven by deep anger and rage [מצודת ציון], the government officials lash out at Jeremiah. They subject the prophet to a harsh physical beating before throwing him directly into prison [מצודת ציון].

The location chosen for his confinement is the personal residence of Jonathan the scribe, who serves as one of the state officials [ביאור שטיינזלץ]. This specific house is not selected by chance or simple convenience. The leadership had previously converted and specially prepared Jonathan's home so that it could function as a permanent, designated prison facility [מצודת דוד, ביאור שטיינזלץ].