Jer 6:8 | JFB | STEP | 8. Tender appeal in the midst of threats. depart-- Hebrew, "be torn away"; Jehovah's affection making Him unwilling to depart; His attachment to Jerusalem was such that an effort was needed to tear Himself from it ( ; ; ).

‏ Jeremiah 6:8

8. Tender appeal in the midst of threats.

depart--Hebrew, "be torn away"; Jehovah's affection making Him unwilling to depart; His attachment to Jerusalem was such that an effort was needed to tear Himself from it (Eze 23:18; Ho 9:12; 11:8).