17 Israel is a scattered sheep; the lions have driven him away: first the king of Assyria hath devoured him; and last this Nebuchadrezzar king of Babylon hath broken his bones.

Other Translations of Jeremiah 50:17

New International Version

17 "Israel is a scattered flock that lions have chased away. The first to devour them was the king of Assyria; the last to crush their bones was Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon."

English Standard Version

17 "Israel is a hunted sheep driven away by lions. First the king of Assyria devoured him, and now at last Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon has gnawed his bones.

The Message

17 "Israel is a scattered flock, hunted down by lions. The king of Assyria started the carnage. The king of Babylon, Nebuchadnezzar, Has completed the job, gnawing the bones clean."

New King James Version

17 "Israel is like scattered sheep; The lions have driven him away. First the king of Assyria devoured him; Now at last this Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon has broken his bones."

New Living Translation

17 "The Israelites are like sheep that have been scattered by lions. First the king of Assyria ate them up. Then King Nebuchadnezzar of Babylon cracked their bones."

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Jeremiah 50:17

Commentary on Jeremiah 50:8-20

(Read Jeremiah 50:8-20)

The desolation that shall be brought upon Babylon is set forth in a variety of expressions. The cause of this destruction is the wrath of the Lord. Babylon shall be wholly desolated; for she hath sinned against the Lord. Sin makes men a mark for the arrows of God's judgments. The mercy promised to the Israel of God, shall not only accompany, but arise from the destruction of Babylon. These sheep shall be gathered from the deserts, and put again into good pasture. All who return to God and their duty, shall find satisfaction of soul in so doing. Deliverances out of trouble are comforts indeed, when fruits of the forgiveness of sin.

13 Thou shalt arise, and have mercy upon Zion: for the time to favour her, yea, the set time, is come.

Other Translations of Psalm 102:13

New International Version

13 You will arise and have compassion on Zion, for it is time to show favor to her; the appointed time has come.

English Standard Version

13 You will arise and have pity on Zion; it is the time to favor her; the appointed time has come.

The Message

13 You'll get up from your throne and help Zion - it's time for compassionate help.

New King James Version

13 You will arise and have mercy on Zion; For the time to favor her, Yes, the set time, has come.

New Living Translation

13 You will arise and have mercy on Jerusalem - and now is the time to pity her, now is the time you promised to help.

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Psalm 102:13

Commentary on Psalm 102:12-22

(Read Psalm 102:12-22)

We are dying creatures, but God is an everlasting God, the protector of his church; we may be confident that it will not be neglected. When we consider our own vileness, our darkness and deadness, and the manifold defects in our prayers, we have cause to fear that they will not be received in heaven; but we are here assured of the contrary, for we have an Advocate with the Father, and are under grace, not under the law. Redemption is the subject of praise in the Christian church; and that great work is described by the temporal deliverance and restoration of Israel. Look down upon us, Lord Jesus; and bring us into the glorious liberty of thy children, that we may bless and praise thy name.

17 He will regard the prayer of the destitute, and not despise their prayer.

Other Translations of Psalm 102:17

New International Version

17 He will respond to the prayer of the destitute; he will not despise their plea.

English Standard Version

17 he regards the prayer of the destitute and does not despise their prayer.

The Message

17 When he attends to the prayer of the wretched. He won't dismiss their prayer.

New King James Version

17 He shall regard the prayer of the destitute, And shall not despise their prayer.

New Living Translation

17 He will listen to the prayers of the destitute. He will not reject their pleas.

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Psalm 102:17

Commentary on Psalm 102:12-22

(Read Psalm 102:12-22)

We are dying creatures, but God is an everlasting God, the protector of his church; we may be confident that it will not be neglected. When we consider our own vileness, our darkness and deadness, and the manifold defects in our prayers, we have cause to fear that they will not be received in heaven; but we are here assured of the contrary, for we have an Advocate with the Father, and are under grace, not under the law. Redemption is the subject of praise in the Christian church; and that great work is described by the temporal deliverance and restoration of Israel. Look down upon us, Lord Jesus; and bring us into the glorious liberty of thy children, that we may bless and praise thy name.

20 To hear the groaning of the prisoner; to loose those that are appointed to death;

Other Translations of Psalm 102:20

New International Version

20 to hear the groans of the prisoners and release those condemned to death."

English Standard Version

20 to hear the groans of the prisoners, to set free those who were doomed to die,

The Message

20 He listened to the groans of the doomed, he opened the doors of their death cells."

New King James Version

20 To hear the groaning of the prisoner, To release those appointed to death,

New Living Translation

20 to hear the groans of the prisoners, to release those condemned to die.

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Psalm 102:20

Commentary on Psalm 102:12-22

(Read Psalm 102:12-22)

We are dying creatures, but God is an everlasting God, the protector of his church; we may be confident that it will not be neglected. When we consider our own vileness, our darkness and deadness, and the manifold defects in our prayers, we have cause to fear that they will not be received in heaven; but we are here assured of the contrary, for we have an Advocate with the Father, and are under grace, not under the law. Redemption is the subject of praise in the Christian church; and that great work is described by the temporal deliverance and restoration of Israel. Look down upon us, Lord Jesus; and bring us into the glorious liberty of thy children, that we may bless and praise thy name.