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Judgment Begins with the Leaders
Commentators unanimously identify the "shepherds" and "principal of the flock" as the nation's rulers, nobles, and wealthy elite. The prophecy specifically calls them to wail and mourn because the time for judgment has arrived, and they will be the first to face slaughter and dispersion. Their leadership positions will offer no protection.
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Jeremiah
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Albert Barnes
On Jeremiah 25:34–36
18th Century
Theologian
Principal of the flock – that is, noble ones.
Wallow yourselves in the ashes – Rather, roll yourselves on th…
Charles Ellicott
On Jeremiah 25:34
19th Century
Bishop
Howl, ye shepherds. —The idea of the flock suggested in the “habitation” or “pasture” of Jeremiah 25:30 is here expanded.…
John Calvin
On Jeremiah 25:34
16th Century
Theologian
I do not doubt that the Prophet now turns his discourse especially to his own nation, a point which interpreters have not observed, and therefore t…
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John Gill
On Jeremiah 25:34
17th Century
Pastor
Howl, you shepherds, and cry The Targum is, "howl, you kings, and cry;" and the rulers and governors of the nations befor…
Matthew Henry
On Jeremiah 25:30–38
17th Century
Minister
The Lord has just ground for controversy with every nation and every person, and He will execute judgment on all the wicked. Who can avoid tremblin…