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Judgment on a Whole Nation
Commentators note that while Damascus is the focus, the prophecy includes other key Syrian cities like Hamath and Arpad. This shows that God's judgment is not limited to a single capital but can extend to an entire nation, demonstrating His sovereign reach over all peoples and places.
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Jeremiah
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Albert Barnes
On Jeremiah 49:23
18th Century
Theologian
Although the superscription is confined to Damascus, the prophecy relates to the whole of Aram, known to us as Syria, which was divided into two pa…
Charles Ellicott
On Jeremiah 49:23
19th Century
Bishop
Concerning Damascus. —Damascus is named as the capital of Aram, or Syria. The kingdom first became powerful under Rezon a…
John Calvin
On Jeremiah 49:23
16th Century
Theologian
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John Gill
On Jeremiah 49:23
17th Century
Pastor
Concerning Damascus Or, "unto Damascus" F4 ; or, "against Damascus" F5 ; that is, "thus saith the L…
Matthew Henry
On Jeremiah 49:23–27
17th Century
Minister
How easily God can dispirit those nations that have been most celebrated for valour! Damascus grows feeble. It was a city of joy, having all the de…