The portion of Jacob [is] not like them; for he [is] the former of all things: and [Israel is] the rod of his inheritance: the Lord of hosts [is] his name.] (See Gill on Jeremiah 10:16).
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All mankind is stupid, devoid of knowledge; Every goldsmith is put to shame by his idols, For his molten images are deceitful, And there is no breath in them.
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They are worthless, a work of mockery; In the time of their punishment they will perish.
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The portion of Jacob is not like these; For the Maker of all is He, And of the tribe of His inheritance; The LORD of hosts is His name.
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He says, "You are My war-club, My weapon of war; And with you I shatter nations, And with you I destroy kingdoms.
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"With you I shatter the horse and his rider, And with you I shatter the chariot and its rider,