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C. (:4) Perversion of Justice Disturbs the Soul1. Disregard for Covenant Standards“Therefore the law is ignored And justice is never upheld.”2. The Righteous End Up the Victims“For the wicked surround the righteous;Therefore justice comes out perverted.”II. (:5-11) CONSTERNATION OF THE PROPHET -- DISCIPLINE OF THELORD BY USING CRUEL CHALDEANS AS INSTRUMENT OF JUDGMENT –THE ASTONISHMENT OF A SHOCKED PROPHETA. (:5) Unexpected Discipline Strategy1. Amazing“Look among the nations! Observe! Be Astonished! Wonder!”MacArthur: The series of commands is plural, indicating that the wider community ofJudah and Jerusalem was to take note of this imminent invasion. Paul quotes this textin Ac 13:41.2. Unbelievable“Because I am doing something in your days –You would not believe if you were told.”B. (:6-10) Unrestrained Cruelty of the Chaldeans1. (:6-7) Summary Qualifications of the Chaldeans for This Missiona. Divinely Appointed for Instrument of Discipline“For behold, I am raising up the Chaldeans,”Main qualification = chosen by God for the taskb. Proven Aggressiveness of Spirit“That fierce and impetuous people”c. Unquenchable Appetite for Conquering New Territory“Who march throughout the earthTo seize dwelling places which are not theirs.”d. Reputation Acknowledged – Strike fear in the hearts of their enemies“They are dreaded and feared;”Ruthless, barbarice. Completely Autonomous – Don’t care what other nations think“Their justice and authority originate with themselves.”2. (:8) Superior Military Resources