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In the cities of the hill-country, in the cities of the lowland, and in the cities of the South, and in the land of Benjamin, and in the places about Jerusalem, and in the cities of Judah, shall the flocks again pass under the hands of him who numbers them, says Yahweh.

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A Picture of Perfect Peace

Commentators explain that the image of a shepherd counting his sheep one by one signifies profound peace and security. In ancient times, this careful, unhurried act was only possible when there was no threat from enemies. The promise shows that God will restore not just life, but a tranquil and secure life where His people can flourish without fear.

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Jeremiah

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On Jeremiah 33:13

18th Century

Theologian

Telleth - that is, counts the number of his sheep.

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On Jeremiah 33:12–13

19th Century

Bishop

Again in this place. — The “place” includes, as in Jeremiah 33:10, “the cities of Judah and the streets of Jerusalem.” The “habita…

John Calvin

John Calvin

On Jeremiah 33:12–13

16th Century

Theologian

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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John Gill

John Gill

On Jeremiah 33:13

17th Century

Pastor

In the cities of the mountains, in the cities of the vale,
and in the cities of the south<…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Jeremiah 33:1–13

17th Century

Minister

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…