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A Corrupt Alliance
Commentators explain that a 'horrible thing' had occurred: the spiritual leaders had formed a corrupt partnership. The prophets offered false, comforting prophecies of peace, and the priests used these lies to maintain their power and influence. This created a system where truth was sacrificed for mutual gain and control.
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Jeremiah
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Albert Barnes
On Jeremiah 5:20–31
18th Century
Theologian
They sin against the God:
- Of Creation (Jeremiah 5:22), and
- Of Providence (Jeremiah 5:24).
Charles Ellicott
On Jeremiah 5:31
19th Century
Bishop
Prophesy falsely. —Literally, with a lie, as in Jeremiah 20:6 and Jeremiah 29:9.
Bear rule by their means.…
Charles Spurgeon
On Jeremiah 5:29–31
19th Century
Preacher
Says the LORD: Shall not my soul be avenged on such a nation as this? A wonderful and horrible thing is committed in the land; the prophets pro…
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John Calvin
On Jeremiah 5:30–31
16th Century
Theologian
The Prophet, not being satisfied with the reproof which we have observed, speaks even more strongly against the wickedness of the people. He then s…
John Gill
On Jeremiah 5:31
17th Century
Pastor
The prophets prophesied falsely
That the people would have peace and prosperity, and not be carried captive into Bab…
Matthew Henry
On Jeremiah 5:19–31
17th Century
Minister
Unhumbled hearts are ready to charge God with being unjust in their afflictions. But they can read their sin in their punishment. If people inquire…