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Moreover Jeremiah said to king Zedekiah, Wherein have I sinned against you, or against your servants, or against this people, that you have put me in prison?
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Innocence Before Power
Jeremiah boldly confronts King Zedekiah, not with rebellion, but with a question of justice. Commentators explain that his only "crime" was faithfully speaking the truth God gave him. He hadn't committed treason, slandered officials, or harmed the people; his defense was that his unpopular prophecies were from God and were proving true.
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19th Century
Anglican
What have I offended against thee...?— The cruelty of his treatment draws from the prophet an indignant protest. Of what …
16th Century
Protestant
Though the Prophet had spoken what was displeasing to the king, he still complains that wrong had been done to him, as he had been imprisoned. Thus…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
Moreover, Jeremiah said to King Zedekiah. Having this opportunity with him alone, and perhaps observing the king was melt…
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Presbyterian
There are times when it is the wisdom of good men to retire, to enter into their chambers, and to shut the doors (Isaiah 26:20). Jeremi…
