ESV Reformation Study Bible – Jer 11:19
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Jer 11:19

11:19 like a gentle lamb led to the slaughter. A simile drawing on the practice of sacrifice (see Ps. 44:11). Jeremiah often uses the language of the “lament” psalms (see Introduction to Psalms). As a type of Christ, the sufferings of Christ are prefigured in Jeremiah’s life (Is. 53:7).

tree with its fruit. Meaning Jeremiah and his message, or an emphatic reference to his life.

cut him off . . . remembered no more. Not to be remembered, by having no children, was the worst of fates. Those who tried to cut off Jeremiah’s remembrance are themselves forgotten, while through his prophecy, Jeremiah is remembered today.