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Jeremiah 40:10

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As for me, behold, I will dwell at Mizpah, to stand before the Chaldeans who will come to us; but you, gather wine and summer fruits and oil, and put them in your vessels, and dwell in your cities that you have taken.”

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Verse 10. Answer. Hebrew “stand before,” as minister ( Bible.) for the Chaldees. You need not be jealous of my power; and I can answer that they will not hurt you, provided you continue quiet. Calmet.—He promises to act in behalf of the people, as a governor ought to do. Worthington.

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