Jer 23:11, 21 | JFB | STEP | 11. profane — ( ). in my house — ( ). They built altars to idols in the very temple ( ). Compare as to covetousness under the roof of the sanctuary, .

Jeremiah 23:11

in my house— (Jer 7:30). They built altars to idols in the very temple (2Ki 23:12; Eze 8:3-16). Compare as to covetousness under the roof of the sanctuary, Mt 21:13; Joh 2:16.

Jeremiah 23:21

21. sent . . . spoken—"sent" refers to the primary call: "spoken" to the subsequent charges given to be executed. A call is required, not only external, on the part of men, but also internal from God, that one should undertake a pastor's office [CALVIN].