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At that time the servants of Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon came up to Jerusalem, and the city was besieged.

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A Calculated Invasion

Commentators explain that this siege was not a random event but a calculated military campaign. They note it began in the spring, the typical season for ancient warfare, and that Nebuchadnezzar's 'servants' were his top generals leading the army. Some scholars even suggest a strategy to blockade the south to prevent aid from Egypt.

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On 2 Kings 24:10

18th Century

Theologian

Came up against Jerusalem - The cause and circumstances of this siege are equally obscure. Perhaps Nebuchadnezzar detected Jehoiachin in som…

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On 2 Kings 24:10

19th Century

Bishop

At that time. —In the spring of the year (2 Chronicles 36:10). Thenius infers from Jeremiah 13:19 (“the cities of …

John Gill

John Gill

On 2 Kings 24:10

17th Century

Pastor

At that time
When Jehoiachin reigned:

when the year was expired ;
so it is in …

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Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On 2 Kings 24:8–20

17th Century

Minister

Jehoiachin reigned only three months, yet long enough to show that he justly suffered for his fathers' sins, because he followed in their steps. Hi…