and now he has brought it to pass. He has done what he threatened to do because your people sinned against YAHWEH and would not listen to his voice. So all this has happened to you. Today I release you from your chains. If you would like to come with me to Babylon, then come. I will make sure you are cared for. If you do not want to come to Babylon with me, then stay here. See, you have the whole land before you, so go wherever you think it best.”