Jer 5:5 | JFB | STEP | 5. they have known-- rather, "they must know." The prophet supposes it as probable, considering their position. but these-- I found the very reverse to be the case. burst ... bonds-- set God's law at defiance ( ).

‏ Jeremiah 5:5

5. they have known--rather, "they must know." The prophet supposes it as probable, considering their position.

but these--I found the very reverse to be the case.

burst ... bonds--set God's law at defiance (Psa 2:3).