Verse 1
COMING OF THE INVADING ARMY, Jeremiah 6:1-5.
1. Children of Benjamin Mentioned either because they were the prophet’s countrymen, or as a designation of the inhabitants of Jerusalem, the city being situated in the territory of Benjamin. Tekoa lies about eleven miles south of Jerusalem, and is mentioned because it would be a natural rallying point for fugitives fleeing before an enemy coming from the north.
Sign of fire Rather, set up a signal. The idea of fire is not in the original.
Beth-haccerem A beacon station, situated, according to Jerome, between Jerusalem and Tekoa; perhaps the modern Frank Mountain.
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