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Jeremiah 41:8 Cross-References
Explore 8 cross-references for Jeremiah 41:8 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Jeremiah chapter 41 verse 8 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“But ten men were found among them that said unto Ishmael, Slay us not: for we have treasures in the field, of wheat, and of barley, and of oil, and of honey. So he forbare, and slew them not among their brethren.”
Jeremiah 41:8 (KJV)
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Commentary on Jeremiah 41:8
The ten survivors who declared, 'Slay us not: for we have treasures in the field, of wheat, and of barley, and of oil, and of honey' reveal human desperation and Ishmael's greed. These men bought their lives by offering hidden stores—'treasures in the field' suggests supplies buried or concealed outside Mizpah for security during unstable times. The list (wheat, barley, oil, honey) represents comprehensive agricultural wealth, indicating these were prosperous pilgrims. Their willingness to reveal and surrender these resources shows both wisdom (valuing life over possessions) and the desperatio...
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Cross-References for Jeremiah 41:8
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“and said”
“but the poor hear no threats.”
“I tell you”
“and boast in the multitude of their riches--”
“if he gains the whole world”
“to gain the whole world”
“and hidden riches of secret places”
“what things were gain to me”