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Jeremiah 13:17

King James Version (KJV)

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But if ye will not hear it, my soul shall weep in secret places for [your] pride; and mine eye shall weep sore, and run down with tears, because the LORD’S flock is carried away captive.

Jeremiah 13:17 — KJV

Commentary

Commentary on Jeremiah 13:17

Theological / Devotional

My soul shall weep. The prophet expresses his tender regard and deep love for his people (see Lam. 1:16; see on Jer. 9:1).

Lord’s flock. By this figure God sets forth His tender relationship to His children (see Zech. 10:3; John 10:1-6).

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