Isaiah 9:13

     13-17. Second strophe.

     turneth not—the design of God's chastisements; not fulfilled in their case; a new cause for punishment (Jer 2:20; 5:3).

Jeremiah 5:3

     3. eyes upon the truth— (De 32:4; 2Ch 16:9). "Truth" is in contrast with "swear falsely" (Jer 5:2). The false-professing Jews could expect nothing but judgments from the God of truth.

      stricken . . . not grieved— (Jer 2:30; Isa 1:5; 9:13).

      refused . . . correction— (Jer 7:28; Zep 3:2).

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