29:17 And it came to pass in the {i} seven and twentieth year, in the first [month], in the first [day] of the month, the word of the LORD came to me, saying,
(i) Counting from the captivity of Jeconiah.
29:17 In the seven and twentieth year - Of Jeconiah's captivity, the year after the conquest of Tyre.
29:17-21 The besiegers of Tyre obtained little plunder. But when God employs ambitious or covetous men, he will recompense them according to the desires of their hearts; for every man shall have his reward. God had mercy in store for the house of Israel soon after. The history of nations best explains ancient prophecies. All events fulfil the Scriptures. Thus, in the deepest scenes of adversity, the Lord sows the seed of our future prosperity. Happy are those who desire his favour, grace, and image; they will delight in his service, and not covet any earthly recompence; and the blessings they have chosen shall be sure to them for ever.
