Jeremiah 41:15

But Ishmael the son of Nethaniah escaped from Johanan with eight men, and went to the Ammonites.

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Interpretation

The success of villany must be short, and none can prosper who harden their hearts against God. And those justly lose comfort in real fears, who excuse themselves in sin by pretended fears.

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This thought runs through Jeremiah 41:11-15.

Jeremiah 41:11 Jeremiah 41:12 Jeremiah 41:13 Jeremiah 41:14 Jeremiah 41:15

Glossary

Nethaniah Person: Given of Jehovah. (1. ) One of Asaph’s sons, appointed by David to minister in the temple ( 1 Chr. 25:2 , 12). (2. ) A Levite sent by Jehoshaphat to teach the law ( 2 Chr. 17:8 ). (3. ) Jer. 36:14 . (4. ) 2 Kings 25:23 , 25.
Ammon Place: Biblical region. Modern identification: Amman.