Jamieson, Fausset & Brown on Jeremiah 5:31

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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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bear rule by their means--literally, "according to their hands," that is, under their guidance (Ch1 25:3). As a sample of the priests lending themselves to the deceits of the false prophets, to gain influence over the people, see Jer 29:24-32. love to have it so-- (Mic 2:11). end thereof--the fatal issue of this sinful course when divine judgments shall come. Next: Jeremiah Chapter 6

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