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The One True Source of Blessing
The verse powerfully contrasts the living God with the 'vanities' (idols) of other nations. Commentators explain that while pagans had gods for rain, like Baal or Jupiter Pluvius, these were powerless. Even the heavens themselves cannot produce showers without God's command. The prayer affirms that Yahweh alone is the source of every blessing, from life-giving rain to ultimate salvation, because He is the Creator.
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Jeremiah
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Albert Barnes
On Jeremiah 14:19–22
18th Century
Theologian
A second () earnest intercession, acknowledging the wickedness of the nation, but appealing to the covenant and to God’s almighty power.
Charles Ellicott
On Jeremiah 14:22
19th Century
Bishop
Vanities. — That is, as in Jeremiah 10:8, the idols of the pagans, powerless and perishable.
Are there any ... that can…
Charles Spurgeon
On Jeremiah 14:22
19th Century
Preacher
O splendid perseverance of importunity—strong resolve of a forbidden intercession! "You, O Lord our God, tell us not to pray, but we cannot restrai…
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John Calvin
On Jeremiah 14:22
16th Century
Theologian
In order to conciliate the favor of God, Jeremiah says here that with Him is the only remedy in extreme difficulties. It is as though by professing…
John Gill
On Jeremiah 14:22
17th Century
Pastor
Are there any among the vanities of the Gentiles that can
cause rain ?
&c.] The bless…
Matthew Henry
On Jeremiah 14:17–22
17th Century
Minister
Jeremiah acknowledged his own sins, and those of the people, but pleaded with the Lord to remember his covenant. In their distress none of the idol…