The Pulpit Commentary - Jeremiah 35:5-6
Fathers of temperance "Intertwined with the history of Israel is that of a wild and independent tribe of Kenites. When the western Israelites abandoned the roving Arab life to settle in the cities of Canaan, the Kenites still retained their pastoral habits. One of the characteristics which we trace in their history was a fierce resentment against oppression and idolatry. It was a Kenite woman, Jael, who smote Sisera, even in her own tent. It was a Kenite sheik, Jonadab, the son of Rechab,... read more
The Pulpit Commentary - Jeremiah 35:5
Pots full of wine; rather, bowls, large round vessels ( crateres ) , out of which the drinking cups were filled. read more