Jeremiah 36:23

"Now the king was sitting in the winter house in the ninth month, and there was a fire in the brazier burning before him."

Key Reflection

This verse depicts King Jehoiakim seated comfortably during winter, with a fire burning before him, symbolizing his security and disregard for divine warnings. The setting contrasts the prophet's urgency and the king's complacency, hinting at the impending judgment that will consume even this symbol of royal power.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Leaves -Columns: literally folding-doors; the word exactly describes the shape of the columns of writing upon the scroll. Penknife - “Scribe’s knife;” used to shape the reed for writing, and to make erasures in the parchment. On the hearth -Or, in the fire-pan. The conduct of the king shows how violent was his temper.

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