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Build you houses, and dwell in them; and plant gardens, and eat the fruit of them.
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Settle In for the Long Haul
God's command to build houses and plant gardens was a clear signal that the exile would not be short, countering false hopes of a quick return. Commentators explain this was a call to accept their present reality, live normal lives, and make the best of their situation. This teaches believers to find stability and purpose wherever God has placed them, even in difficult or long-term trials.
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Jeremiah
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18th Century
Presbyterian
As the exile was God’s doing for their good, they were to make the best of their position and acquire wealth and influence; whereas if they were al…
19th Century
Anglican
Build ye houses, and dwell in them. —The command had a twofold bearing. It counselled a patient acceptance of the present state of things.…
16th Century
Protestant
This is the substance of the message, which the Prophet undoubtedly explained to them in detail; but here he only briefly touches on what he wrote …
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
Build you houses, and dwell [in them] Intimating that they must not expect a return into their own land in any short time…
The written word of God is as truly given by inspiration of God as His spoken word. The zealous servant of the Lord will use every means to benefit…
13th Century
Catholic
1. Here, he refutes the false consolations of the prophets who were consoling the captives in Babylonia.
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