Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible - Jeremiah 20:10
10. For—not referring to the words immediately preceding, but to "I will not make mention of Him." The "defaming" or detraction of the enemy on every side (see Psalms 31:13) tempted him to think of prophesying no more. Report . . . we will report—The words of his adversaries one to the other; give any information against him (true or false) which will give color for accusing him; and "we will report it," namely, to the Sanhedrim, in order to crush him. familiars—literally, "men of my peace";... read more
Thomas Coke Commentary on the Holy Bible - Jeremiah 20:11
Jeremiah 20:11. As a mighty terrible one— As a warlike hero. read more