the men of Anathoth] His own townsmen. Chap. 1. 1.
that seek thy life] Heb. soul. Chap. 4. 30 & 19. 7.
Prophesie not] In such manner as thou doest: threatning us with plagues and judgements. Isaiah 30:10. Amos 2:12. & Amos 7:16. Micah 2:6; Micah 2:11.