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Jamieson, Fausset & Brown on Jeremiah 2:37

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Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible
Robert Jamieson, A. R. Fausset & David Brown · 19th-century historical commentary
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him--Egypt. hands upon . . . head--expressive of mourning (Sa2 13:19). in them--in those stays in which thou trustest. Contrary to all precedent in the case of adultery, Jehovah offers a return to Judah, the spiritual adulteress (Jer 3:1-5). A new portion of the book, ending with the sixth chapter. Judah worse than Israel; yet both shall be restored in the last days (Jer. 3:6-25). Next: Jeremiah Chapter 3
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