This verse is connected with the last and more fully explains what had been briefly said. The plucking off of the sealing ring from God’s finger to…

And I will give you into the hand of them that seek your
life
Cruel and bloodthirsty …

The Jewish state is described under a threefold character. Very haughty in a day of peace and safety. Very fearful at the alarm of trouble. Very mu…

1. Here the threat against Jekoniah is presented:

1. First, he threatens captivity.

2. Second, he threatens steril…