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A Picture of Divine Blessing
Commentators explain that this verse presents a magnificent reward for obedience, not just an escape from punishment. It paints a vivid picture of national glory: a secure Jerusalem, a thriving populace, and a continuous line of Davidic kings ruling in splendor. This promised restoration of prosperity and security was the direct result of honoring God's commands.
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Jeremiah
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Albert Barnes
On Jeremiah 17:19–27
18th Century
Theologian
This prophecy on the observance of the Sabbath is the first of a series of short predictions, probably arranged in chronological order among themse…
Charles Ellicott
On Jeremiah 17:25
19th Century
Bishop
Kings and princes. —The plural is obviously used to give greater vividness and grandeur to the picture of revived majesty…
John Calvin
On Jeremiah 17:24–25
16th Century
Theologian
Jeremiah introduced, as I have said, a condemnation concerning the fathers, so that he might make the Jews of his age ashamed of themselves, lest t…
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John Gill
On Jeremiah 17:25
17th Century
Pastor
Then shall there enter into the gates of this city In a very public and splendid manner: kings and princes, s…
Matthew Henry
On Jeremiah 17:19–27
17th Century
Minister
The prophet was to present to the rulers and the people of Judah the command to keep the Sabbath day holy. Let them strictly observe the fourth com…