Jeremiah 46:4

"“Prepare the buckler and shield, and draw near to battle!"

Key Reflection

In Jeremiah 46:4, the instruction to prepare the buckler and shield and draw near to battle symbolizes the need for God's people to arm themselves spiritually against their enemies. This verse calls for a posture of readiness and reliance on divine protection in the face of adversity.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

From the infantry the prophet proceeds to the chariots, in which the Egyptians placed great confidence. Get up, ye horsemen -Or, “mount the steeds.” Furbish -i. e., polish, sharpen. Brigandines -In old times brigand meant a soldier, and we still call a division of an army a brigade, and a commander a brigadier, i. e., a brigandier, or captain of brigands. Similarly a brigandine means a soldier’s equipment, and is put here for a coat of mail.

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