Jeremiah 4:16

“Make ye mention to the nations, etc.] This, according to Kimchi, is the sum and substance of the voice from Dan. It seems to be a summons to the nations to gather together to join the king of Babylon in his enterprise against Jerusalem; (see <122402>2 Kings 24:2): publish against Jerusalem; what follows: that watchers come from afar country; from Babylon, which is said to be a far country, (<233903>Isaiah 39:3), these are the soldiers of the king of Babylon; they are called Notzerim; which word agrees with the latter part of Nebuchadnezzar’s name; to which somef98 think there is some reference, showing that his army is meant. It should be rendered “besiegers”, as it is by somef99; for these…”

“The neighboring foreign "nations" are summoned to witness Jehovah's judgments on His rebel people (Jer 6:18-19). watchers--that is, besiegers (compare Sa2 11:16); observed or watched, that is, besieged. their voice--the war shout.”

“Proclaim ye to the pagan, “Behold!” Cry aloud concerning “Jerusalem, that watchers” are on their way “from a far country: and” will “give out their voice against the cities of Judah.” The pagan are summoned to witness the chastisement of Jerusalem, that they may take warning thereby. By “watchers” are meant besiegers, who will surround the city with a line of sentinels. return to 'Top of Page'”

“Make mention - These words are a proclamation, summoning the nations by the Chaldeans. Watchers - Chaldean soldiers, who shall so carefully encompass Jerusalem, that none shall escape. Give out - They give a shout, encouraging the soldiers to battle. Jeremiah 4:17”

“ye: Jer 6:18, Jer 31:10, Jer 50:2; Isa 34:1 watchers: Jer 4:17, Jer 5:6, Jer 16:6, Jer 39:1 from: Jer 5:15; Deu 28:49-52; Isa 39:3 give out: Jer 2:15; Eze 21:22 Jeremiah 4:17”