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Substance Over Symbols
Matthew Henry explains that the destruction of Jerusalem's walls and temple demonstrates a profound truth: God cares far more for the 'life and power of religion' than for its 'outward pomp.' When the people's hearts turned to idolatry, the physical symbols of God's presence were justly removed.
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2 Kings
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Charles Ellicott
On 2 Kings 25:10
19th Century
Bishop
With the captain. —The preposition, though lacking in the common Hebrew text, is found in many manuscripts and the old versions, a…
John Gill
On 2 Kings 25:10
17th Century
Pastor
(See Gill on 2 Kings 25:8)
Matthew Henry
On 2 Kings 25:8–21
17th Century
Minister
The city and temple were burned, and, it is probable, the ark was in it. By this, God showed how little He cares for the outward pomp of His worshi…