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God's Sovereign Hand
Multiple commentators emphasize the phrase 'I will kindle a fire,' pointing out that God Himself is the ultimate agent behind the destruction of Egypt. Nebuchadnezzar is merely the instrument of God's sovereign will. This serves as a powerful reminder that God directs the affairs of nations to accomplish His purposes, including using one wicked nation to judge another.
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Jeremiah
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Albert Barnes
On Jeremiah 43:12
18th Century
Theologian
I will kindle – Or, “he shall kindle.”
He shall burn them ... – that is, he shall burn the temples, and carry away th…
Charles Ellicott
On Jeremiah 43:12
19th Century
Bishop
I will kindle a fire. —The change of person is full of significance. Jehovah Himself kindles the fire which is to destroy…
John Calvin
On Jeremiah 43:12
16th Century
Theologian
He goes on with the same subject; and he ascribes to God the kindling of the fire, so that the Jews might know that the war would be conducted by a…
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John Gill
On Jeremiah 43:12
17th Century
Pastor
And I will kindle a fire in the houses of the gods of Egypt , &c.] Not only men should not be spared, but their gods also…
Matthew Henry
On Jeremiah 43:8–13
17th Century
Minister
God can find his people wherever they are. The Spirit of prophecy was not confined to the land of Israel. It is foretold that Nebuchadnezzar should…