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God Raises Up New Shepherds
Commentators explain that God promises to replace corrupt leaders with new, faithful "shepherds." Historically, this referred to post-exile leaders like Nehemiah and Ezra. Spiritually, it points forward to pastors and ministers in the church, with Jesus Christ as the ultimate Chief Shepherd who cares for His people.
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Jeremiah
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Albert Barnes
On Jeremiah 23:4
18th Century
Theologian
Shepherds - Men like Ezra, Nehemiah, and the Maccabees, raised up especially by God. It is a revocation of the promise made to David ([Refer…
Charles Ellicott
On Jeremiah 23:4
19th Century
Bishop
I will set up shepherds ... — These words imply, in one sense, a return to the theocracy, the breaking off the hereditary successi…
Charles Spurgeon
On Jeremiah 23:2–4
19th Century
Preacher
If the under-shepherds do not feed the flock, God himself will do it, for his own redeemed flock shall not be torn by wolves, nor left to perish in…
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John Calvin
On Jeremiah 23:4
16th Century
Theologian
He confirms the promise, for he would give them faithful and true pastors, who would perform their office as they should; for it would not be enoug…
John Gill
On Jeremiah 23:4
17th Century
Pastor
And I will set shepherds over them, which shall feed them Good shepherds, rulers and governors, that shall rule them with…
Matthew Henry
On Jeremiah 23:1–8
17th Century
Minister
Woe to those who are set to feed God's people but show no concern for doing them good! Here is a word of comfort to the neglected sheep. Though onl…