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Jeremiah 24:5

King James Version (KJV)

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Thus saith the LORD, the God of Israel; Like these good figs, so will I acknowledge them that are carried away captive of Judah, whom I have sent out of this place into the land of the Chaldeans for [their] good.

Jeremiah 24:5 — KJV

Commentary

Commentary on Jeremiah 24:5

Theological / Devotional

Like these good figs. Those who were “carried away captive” were destined to fare far better than those who remained (see on v. 6). They seemed to be willing to accept God’s leadings even though this meant personal captivity.

By SdaBc