Jeremiah 10:18

"Gather up your wares out of the land, you who live under siege."

Key Reflection

This verse urges those living in captivity or under threat to prepare for their departure by gathering their possessions, symbolizing the necessity of readiness and preparation for a future deliverance or exodus, reflecting themes of faithfulness and trust in God's promises even in adversity.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Sling out -A similar metaphor for violent ejection occurs inIsaiah 22:18(see the note). At this once -Or, “at this time.” Previous invasions had ended either in deliverance, or at most in temporary misfortune. God’s long-suffering is exhausted, and this time Judaea must cease to be an independent nation. That they may find it so -Omit “so,” and explain either (1) “I will distress them” with the rigors of a siege “that they may feel it, i. e., the distress; or, (2) “that they may find” Me, God, that which alone is worth finding.

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