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Therefore, behold, I will cause them to know, this once will I cause them to know my hand and my might; and they shall know that my name is Yahweh.

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A Unique Judgment

Commentators agree that the phrase "this once" refers to a specific, unparalleled event: the destruction of Jerusalem and the Babylonian captivity. God intended this judgment to be a singular, unforgettable demonstration of His "hand and might," standing out from all previous punishments.

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Jeremiah

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On Jeremiah 16:21

18th Century

Theologian

This once - Whether we consider the greatness of the national disgrace and suffering caused by it, or its effect upon the mind of the Jews, …

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On Jeremiah 16:21

19th Century

Bishop

I will this once cause them to know ... —The warning comes with all the emphasis of iteration, this once. As in …

John Calvin

John Calvin

On Jeremiah 16:21

16th Century

Theologian

The Prophet again threatens the Jews, because their impiety was inexcusable, especially when accompanied by such great obstinacy. He therefore says…

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John Gill

John Gill

On Jeremiah 16:21

17th Century

Pastor

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Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Jeremiah 16:14–21

17th Century

Minister

The restoration from the Babylonian captivity would be remembered in place of the deliverance from Egypt; it also typified spiritual redemption, an…