A masterpiece of Rembrandt’s early Leiden period depicting the Old Testament scene described in Jeremiah 39 and Lamentations. The aged prophet rests his head in his hand, immersed in grief over the destruction of Jerusalem—a calamity he had foretold. In the background, the city is engulfed in flames, while near Jeremiah lie saved temple treasures and a sacred volume inscribed "BiBeL". The painting conveys profound human sorrow, isolation, and contemplative sadness.