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I will cause them to be tossed back and forth among all the kingdoms of the earth, because of Manasseh, the son of Hezekiah, king of Judah, for that which he did in Jerusalem.

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The Long Shadow of Sin

Commentators explain that Judah's exile was linked to King Manasseh's sins from decades prior. Even though Manasseh himself repented, his evil example and the nation's continued rebellion had fatal, long-term consequences. This highlights how misused authority and unaddressed generational sin can lead to devastating judgment.

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Jeremiah

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On Jeremiah 15:4

18th Century

Theologian

To be removed - Rather, “to be a terror.”

Because of Manasseh the son of Hezekiah - The name of the pious father intensifies t…

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On Jeremiah 15:4

19th Century

Bishop

Manasseh the son of Hezekiah. —The horror of that long and evil reign still lingered in the minds of people, and the prophet saw i…

John Calvin

John Calvin

On Jeremiah 15:4

16th Century

Theologian

Jeremiah speaks now of exile. He had until now spoken of the sword and famine, and also mentioned other punishments: that their carcasses would be …

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John Gill

John Gill

On Jeremiah 15:4

17th Century

Pastor

And I will cause them to be removed into all kingdoms of the
earth

Not only into Ba…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Jeremiah 15:1–9

17th Century

Minister

The Lord declares that even Moses and Samuel must have pleaded in vain. The posing of this as a hypothetical situation, even if they were to stand …