Jeremiah 49:23
The Prophecy concerning Damascus
23 Concerning Damascus . " Hamath and Arpad are put to shame , For they have heard bad news ; They are disheartened . There is anxiety by the sea , It cannot e be calmed .
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Matthew Henry's Commentary on Jeremiah 49:23
Commentary on Jeremiah 49:23-27
(Read Jeremiah 49:23-27)
How easily God can dispirit those nations that have been most celebrated for valour! Damascus waxes feeble. It was a city of joy, having all the delights of the sons of men. But those deceive themselves who place their happiness in carnal joys.