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God's Unbreakable Decree
Commentators explain that the verse emphasizes God's "counsel" and "purposes" to assure believers that His judgment on Babylon is a fixed, unchangeable decree, not just a possibility. This language is meant to combat human doubt and build absolute confidence in the certainty of God's sovereign plan and His promises.
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Jeremiah
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Albert Barnes
On Jeremiah 50:44–46
18th Century
Theologian
A similar application to Babylon of what was said of Edom (a reference in the margin).
John Calvin
On Jeremiah 50:45
16th Century
Theologian
The Prophet confirms his previous doctrine and uses an oath, for he had already spoken sufficiently extensively about the destruction of Babylon, a…
John Gill
On Jeremiah 50:45
17th Century
Pastor
Therefore hear you the counsel of the Lord that he has taken
against Babylon
The same…
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Matthew Henry
On Jeremiah 50:33–46
17th Century
Minister
It is Israel's comfort in distress that, though they are weak, their Redeemer is strong. This may be applied to believers, who complain of the domi…