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A Change in Seasons
Commentators note a significant shift in God's instructions. While Jeremiah had previously told the exiles to settle in Babylon (Jeremiah 29), this new command to flee signifies a change in season. The time for enduring exile was ending, and the time for escaping judgment had arrived, teaching that God's guidance is specific to the times.
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Jeremiah
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Albert Barnes
On Jeremiah 50:8
18th Century
Theologian
So firmly did the Jews settle themselves in Babylon under Jeremiah’s counsel, that they were the last to abandon the place.
He goats -…
Charles Ellicott
On Jeremiah 50:8
19th Century
Bishop
Remove out of the midst of Babylon ...— The prophet re-echoes almost the very words of Isaiah 48:20;[Reference Isaiah 52:…
John Calvin
On Jeremiah 50:8
16th Century
Theologian
This verse confirms the exposition I have given. For God does not now reprove His people, nor does He condemn their sins. On the contrary, He exhor…
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John Gill
On Jeremiah 50:8
17th Century
Pastor
Remove out of the midst of Babylon, and go forth out of the
land of the Chaldeans
Thi…
Matthew Henry
On Jeremiah 50:8–20
17th Century
Minister
The desolation that shall be brought upon Babylon is described in a variety of expressions. The cause of this destruction is the wrath of the Lord.…