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Thus says Yahweh of Hosts: Behold, I will break the bow of Elam, the chief of their might.
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God Targets False Securities
Commentators unanimously explain that the bow was not just any weapon; it was the specific national weapon and primary military advantage of Elam. By promising to 'break the bow,' God shows His judgment is precise, targeting the very source of a nation's pride and confidence. This reminds believers that God can dismantle any false security we trust in more than Him.
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Jeremiah
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18th Century
Presbyterian
The bow was the national weapon of Elam, and therefore the chief of their might, that on which their strength in war depended.
19th Century
Anglican
I will break the bow of Elam. — As in Isaiah 22:6; Herodotus, Book VII, section 61, Elam was conspicuous for its archers.…
16th Century
Protestant
Some interpreters understand Elam to mean Persia, and this is the most common opinion. I think, however, that the Elamites were not the same as the…
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
Thus says the Lord of hosts, I will break the bow of Elam , &c.] The inhabitants of this country were famous for their sk…
The Elamites were the Persians. They acted against God's Israel and must be reckoned with. Evil pursues sinners. God will make them know that He re…
