Jeremiah 38

1:1 (e-0) (The title of this book, 'Jermiah'), The name may mean, 'Jah is exalted.' Compare the large use made of the name Jehovah in this book; it occurs about 700 times. Adonai Jehovah 14 times.38:6 dungeon (a-10) As ch. 37.16, and so throughout. Hammelech, (b-16) See Note, ch. 36.26. 38:7 Ethiopian, (c-4) Heb. 'Cushite.' 38:22 friends (a-30) As ch. 20.10, and Ps. 41.9. back. (b-51) Or '[thy friends] have withdrawn from [thee].' 38:23 burned (c-45) Lit. 'thou shalt burn.'