Shut up – Hindered from going; perhaps through fear of Jehoiakim.

Here the Prophet declares that he dictated to Baruch, a servant of God, whatever he had previously taught. But there is no doubt that God suggested…

And Jeremiah commanded Baruch, saying, I [am] shut up
In prison, according to Jarchi; but this is not likely, for th…

The writing of the Scriptures was by Divine appointment. Divine wisdom directed to this as a proper means; if it failed, the house of Judah would b…

1. The declaration is given to the people. The details are as follows:

   1. First, the command to announce is given, as Jeremiah…