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Barnes' Notes on Jeremiah 36:16

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Albert Barnes (1798–1870) · 19th-century historical commentary
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They were afraid both one and other - literally, “they trembled each to his neighbor,” i. e., they showed their alarm by their looks and gestures one to another. They felt that what he had so consistently prophesied for a period of 23 years would in all probability be fulfilled. We will surely tell - Rather, We must tell the king. It was their official duty. return to 'Top of Page'
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