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Their horses also are swifter than leopards, and are more fierce than the evening wolves; and their horsemen press proudly on: yea, their horsemen come from far; they fly as an eagle that hasteth to devour.

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

AlbertBarnes

18th Century
Presbyterian
18th Century

Their horses are swifter - literally, lighter, as we say "light of foot."

Than leopards - The wild beast intended is the panth…

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

CharlesEllicott

19th Century
Anglican
19th Century

Jehovah’s answer to Habakkuk’s complaint. These disorders are to be punished by an invasion of Chaldeans. The appearance, character, and operations…

John Calvin

John Calvin

JohnCalvin

16th Century
Protestant
16th Century

The purpose of these figurative expressions is the same. The Prophet had spoken of the cruelty of those enemies whom the Jews despised: he now adds…

John Gill

John Gill

JohnGill

17th Century
Reformed Baptist
17th Century

Their horses also are swifter than the leopards
Creatures remarkable for their swiftness: these are creatures born o…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

MatthewHenry

17th Century
Presbyterian
17th Century

The servants of the Lord are deeply afflicted by seeing ungodliness and violence prevail, especially among those who profess the truth. No one hesi…

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