A curse among the heathen] a subject of reproach, something of which they spoke evil: see Jeremiah 24:9.

14, 15. God's promises of punishment were fulfilled; so surely also will be His promises of blessing.

16, 19. In these vv. the prophet once more answers the question concerning fasts. 'Let them alone,' he says, 'and follow the principles of truth and righteousness, and God shall turn your fast-days into feast-days.'

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