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There is a conspiracy of her prophets in the midst of it, like a roaring lion ravening the prey: they have devoured souls; they take treasure and precious things; they have made her widows many in the midst of it.
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A Conspiracy of False Prophets
Commentators clarify that the 'prophets' mentioned here are not God's messengers but false prophets. They formed a 'conspiracy' to oppose the work of true prophets like Jeremiah and Ezekiel, creating confusion for the people by offering flattering, false messages of peace while claiming divine authority.
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Ezekiel
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18th Century
Presbyterian
The sixth word of judgment. The special sins of princes, priests, and people.
Regarding Ezekiel 22:26: Violated – It is better as in …
19th Century
Anglican
A conspiracy of her prophets. —The opposition of false prophets to the Divine measures for the reformation of the people is contin…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
There is a conspiracy of her prophets in the midst thereof , &c.] Not of the prophets of the Lord, but of her prophe…
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