Jeremiah 2:16
The men of Memphis and Tahpanhes
What it says
Men from Memphis and Tahpanhes are said to have shattered the crown of Israel's head.
What it is doing
This verse adds foreign humiliation to the picture of loss.
In context
14Is Israel a slave? 15The young lions have roared at him; 16The men of Memphis and Tahpanhes 17Have you not brought this on yourself 18Now what will you gain on your way to Egypt 19Your own evil will discipline you; 20“For long ago you broke your yoke 21I had planted you like a choice vine 22Although you wash with lye