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I will cause Elam to be dismayed before their enemies, and before those who seek their life; and I will bring evil on them, even my fierce anger, says Yahweh; and I will send the sword after them, until I have consumed them;

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God's Sovereignty in Judgment

Commentators emphasize that God is the primary actor in Elam's downfall. He actively causes the mighty Elamites to be 'dismayed' and terrified, turning their courage into fear. This reveals God's absolute sovereignty, showing that the hearts of all people and the outcomes of conflicts are ultimately in His hands.

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Jeremiah

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John Calvin

John Calvin

On Jeremiah 49:37

16th Century

Theologian

This verse especially shows that the Elamites were among those who had inhumanly raged against God’s people, for He did not without reason set fort…

John Gill

John Gill

On Jeremiah 49:37

17th Century

Pastor

For I will cause Elam to be dismayed before their enemies, &c.] Frightened; thrown into the utmost consternation, so that…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Jeremiah 49:34–39

17th Century

Minister

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…

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