Jeremiah 49:35
Thus saith the LORD of hosts; Behold, I will break the bow of Elam, the chief of their might.
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Baptist theologian, 1697–1771
Gill's Exposition
Thus saith the Lord of hosts, I will break the bow of Elam,.... The inhabitants of this country were famous for their skill in archery; See Gill on Isa 22:6; this the Lord threatens to break, so that…
Presbyterian pastor, 1798–1870
Barnes' Notes
The bow was the national weapon of Elam, and therefore the “chief of their might,” that on which their strength in war depended.
This prophecy is dated in the beginning of Zedekiah's reign; it is probable that the other prophecies against the Gentiles, going before, were at the same time. The Elamites were the Persians,…
Academic commentary, 1882–1921
Cambridge Bible
the bow of Elam For Elam's prowess with the bow cp. Isa 22:6.
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