Here we see that the Prophet was rescued from death, not, however, so that he might be set free and sent home, for that would not have been for his…

So they drew up Jeremiah with cords
The men that were with Ebedmelech, as many as were necessary; he overlooking, di…

Jeremiah went on in his plain preaching. The princes went on in their malice. It is common for wicked people to look upon God's faithful ministers …

This section shows the persecution of the prophet because of his true prediction, and it is divided into three parts.

1. First, he gi…