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and changed his prison garments. [Jehoiachin] ate bread before him continually all the days of his life:

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Tangible Signs of Favor

Commentators explain that changing from prison garments to royal attire was a significant sign of favor in the ancient world. Similarly, eating at the king's table was a high honor, signifying a complete restoration of status. These actions were public declarations of Jehoiachin's new, elevated position, much like Joseph in Egypt or Mephibosheth at David's table.

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On 2 Kings 25:29

18th Century

Theologian

Evil-merodach gave him garments befitting his rank. Providing clothing suitable for a person's position was a primary sign of favor from an ancient…

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On 2 Kings 25:29

19th Century

Bishop

And changed. — Rather, and he (i.e., Jehoiachin) changed his prison garments—that is to say, h…

John Gill

John Gill

On 2 Kings 25:29

17th Century

Pastor

(See Gill on 2 Kings 25:27)

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Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On 2 Kings 25:22–30

17th Century

Minister

The king of Babylon appointed Gedaliah to be the governor and protector of the Jews left in their land. But the things of their peace were so hidde…