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A Clear Choice from God
Commentators explain that this verse marks a critical turning point. After offering a promise for obedience, God, through Jeremiah, now presents the certain and dire consequences of refusal. This isn't just Jeremiah's opinion; it is the specific "word that the Lord hath showed me," a direct prophecy of what will happen if the king remains obstinate.
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Jeremiah
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John Calvin
On Jeremiah 38:20–22
16th Century
Theologian
Here again Jeremiah strengthens Zedekiah, that he might not hesitate to make the trial, since God would still give him pardon, so that at least his…
John Gill
On Jeremiah 38:21
17th Century
Pastor
But if you refuse to go forth Out of Jerusalem, to the Chaldean army, and submit to them: this [is] the word …
Matthew Henry
On Jeremiah 38:14–28
17th Century
Minister
Jeremiah was not eager to repeat the warnings, which seemed only to endanger his own life and add to the king's guilt, but asked whether he feared …