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At what instant I shall speak concerning a nation, and concerning a kingdom, to build and to plant it;
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God's Desire to Bless
Commentators explain that this verse reveals God's positive intentions. The imagery of 'building and planting' signifies making a nation prosperous, secure, and flourishing. It shows that the Divine Potter's desire is not only to judge but also to restore and bless nations that align with His will.
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Jeremiah
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19th Century
Anglican
At what instant I shall speak concerning a nation ... —The words carry the thoughts of the prophet back to those which ha…
16th Century
Protestant
This is a fuller application of the Prophet's doctrine, for he had said generally before that the people were in God's hand as the clay is in the h…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And [at what] instant I shall speak concerning a nation, and concerning a kingdom By way of promise on the other hand: or…
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Presbyterian
While Jeremiah observes the potter's work, God darts into his mind two great truths. God has authority, and power, to form and fashion kingdoms and…
13th Century
Catholic
Here, the author draws a lesson from the simile mentioned above.
However, an objection is raised that what is said here contradict…
