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A Prophet's Raw Despair
Commentators describe Jeremiah's wish for death in the womb as shocking, bold, and even unnatural. His words reveal the profound depth of anguish a faithful person can experience. This passage shows that even great prophets are not immune to overwhelming sorrow and despair, expressing emotions that seem to rage against God Himself.
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Jeremiah
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Albert Barnes
On Jeremiah 20:7–18
18th Century
Theologian
In the rest of the chapter, we have an outbreak of deep emotion, the first part of which ends in a cry of hope (Jeremiah 20:13), follow…
Charles Ellicott
On Jeremiah 20:17
19th Century
Bishop
Because he slew me not ... —The wish that he had never been born is uttered by the prophet in strange, bold language. It …
John Calvin
On Jeremiah 20:17–18
16th Century
Theologian
After denouncing his imprecations on his birthday and on the messenger who had wished to bring joy to his father, Jeremiah now expostulates with Go…
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John Gill
On Jeremiah 20:17
17th Century
Pastor
Because he slew me not from the womb As soon as he came out of it; that is, as soon as he was born; either because God sl…
Matthew Henry
On Jeremiah 20:14–18
17th Century
Minister
When grace has the victory, it is good to be ashamed of our folly, to admire the goodness of God, and to be warned to guard our spirits in the futu…