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Thus says Yahweh of Hosts: Yet again shall there be in this place, which is waste, without man and without animal, and in all the cities of it, a habitation of shepherds causing their flocks to lie down.
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A Sign of Lasting Peace
Commentators explain that the image of shepherds and their flocks is a powerful symbol of national security. In ancient times, shepherds could only operate openly when there was no threat of invasion. This promise, therefore, wasn't just about agriculture but about a deep, settled peace where daily life could resume without fear.
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Jeremiah
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18th Century
Presbyterian
An habitation - “A shepherd’s encampment.” The words, causing their flocks to lie down, mean gathering them into the fold at night.…
19th Century
Anglican
Again in this place. — The “place” includes, as in Jeremiah 33:10, “the cities of Judah and the streets of Jerusalem.” The “habita…
16th Century
Protestant
Jeremiah still pursues the same subject, but he speaks here of the settled happiness of the people, as though he had said that the Israelites had n…
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
Thus says the Lord of hosts Which phrase, or what is answerable to it, is often repeated, to give authority to what is sa…
Those who expect to receive comforts from God must call upon Him. Promises are given, not to eliminate prayer, but to stimulate and encourage it. T…
13th Century
Catholic
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