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- Jeremiah
- Chapter 51
- Verse 56
Jeremiah 51:56
Because the spoiler is come upon her, even upon Babylon, and her mighty men are taken, every one of their bows is broken: for the LORD God of recompences shall surely requite.
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Commentary
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Baptist theologian, 1697–1771
Gill's Exposition
Thus saith the Lord of hosts,.... Because what follows might seem incredible ever to be effected; it is introduced with this preface, expressed by him who is the God of truth, and the Lord God…
Presbyterian pastor, 1798–1870
Barnes' Notes
Every one ... - Or, “Their bows are broken, for Yahweh is a God of recompenses; He will certainly requite.”
The particulars of this copious prophecy are dispersed and interwoven, and the same things left and returned to so often that it could not well be divided into parts, but we must endeavor to collect…
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