Jeremiah 40:16
But Gedaliah the son of Ahikam said unto Johanan the son of Kareah, Thou shalt not do this thing: for thou speakest falsely of Ishmael.
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Baptist theologian, 1697–1771
Gill's Exposition
But Gedaliah the son of Ahikam said unto Johanan the son of Kareah,.... In answer to his request, and the motion made by him:
thou shalt not do this thing; or, "do not do this thing" (z); dissuading…
We have in these verses,
I. A bright sky opening upon the remnant of the Jews that were left in their own land, and a comfortable prospect given them of some peace and quietness after the many years…
Academic commentary, 1882–1921
Cambridge Bible
Jer 40:1-6. Jeremiah is released and returns to Gedaliah
Du., Co. and Erbt agree in the view that there were different legendary accounts in connexion with Jeremiah's fortunes immediately subsequent…