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The Invaders as 'Shepherds'
Commentators unanimously explain that the 'shepherds with their flocks' are not peaceful caretakers but a powerful metaphor for invading armies and their leaders. The rich 'pasture' they come to 'feed' on is the city of Jerusalem itself, which they will completely plunder. This ironic imagery highlights the devastating nature of the coming judgment.
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Jeremiah
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Albert Barnes
On Jeremiah 6:3
18th Century
Theologian
To it shall come shepherds with their flocks:
They have pitched upon it their tents round about:
They have pastured…
Charles Ellicott
On Jeremiah 6:3
19th Century
Bishop
Shall come to her. —Better, To it (that is, the pasture) shall come shepherds with their flocks—that is, the lea…
John Calvin
On Jeremiah 6:2–3
16th Century
Theologian
As the place where the Prophet was born was pastoral, he retained many expressions derived from his education, for God did not divest his servants …
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John Gill
On Jeremiah 6:3
17th Century
Pastor
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Matthew Henry
On Jeremiah 6:1–8
17th Century
Minister
Whatever methods are used, it is vain to contend with God's judgments. The more we indulge in the pleasures of this life, the more we make ourselve…