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Speaking Truth, Accused of Harm
The officials accused Jeremiah of seeking the people's "hurt" because his message demoralized them. However, commentators clarify this was a false charge. Jeremiah's counsel to surrender was the only path to survival God had provided. This shows how proclaiming God's unvarnished truth can be perceived as harmful or unpatriotic by those who resist His will.
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Jeremiah
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Albert Barnes
On Jeremiah 38:4
18th Century
Theologian
For thus ... - Because he makes the men of war dispirited. No doubt this was true. Jeremiah, however, did not speak as a private person, but…
Charles Ellicott
On Jeremiah 38:4
19th Century
Bishop
Let this man be put to death. —The hatred of the princes of Judah becomes more bitter than ever, and they seek to overcome the kin…
John Calvin
On Jeremiah 38:1–4
16th Century
Theologian
The Prophet now shows that he was again dragged from the court of the prison to the inner part, which was dark, filthy, and like a grave. He states…
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John Gill
On Jeremiah 38:4
17th Century
Pastor
Therefore the princes said to the king
The four princes mentioned in (Jeremiah 38:1), having heard wha…
Matthew Henry
On Jeremiah 38:1–13
17th Century
Minister
Jeremiah went on in his plain preaching. The princes went on in their malice. It is common for wicked people to look upon God's faithful ministers …