The Pulpit Commentary on Jeremiah 48:43-47

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Hence, as the final result, escape is absolutely impossible, for one can get succeeds another in an endless series The last and greatest danger besots those who seek refuge behind the strong fortifications of Heshbon, It is from this very city that the hottest fire of the enemy breaks forth.

Chemosh has not saved his people; and yet there is hope for Moab in the future.

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