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Jeremiah 12:7

Jeremiah 12:7
I have forsaken mine house, I have left mine heritage; I have given the dearly beloved of my soul into the hand of her enemies.

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Trusted original commentary from respected historical Bible scholars and theologians.

Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771

I have forsaken my house,.... The temple, where the Lord took up his residence, and vouchsafed his presence to his…

Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870Jeremiah 12:7-9

Yahweh shows that the downfall of the nation was occasioned by no want of love on His part, but by the nation’s conduct.…

Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–1714Jeremiah 12:7-13

The people of the Jews are here marked for ruin.

I. God is here brought in falling out with them and leaving them…

Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921Jeremiah 12:7-17

Jer 12:7-17. Devastation of Judah to be wrought by hostile neighbours, who shall be punished by exile unless they submit…