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And their wealth shall become a spoil, and their houses a desolation: yea, they shall build houses, but shall not inhabit them; and they shall plant vineyards, but shall not drink the wine thereof.

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

AlbertBarnes

18th Century
Presbyterian
18th Century

Therefore their goods - Literally, “And their strength.” It is the simple sequel in God’s Providence. It is a continued narrative.

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Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

CharlesEllicott

19th Century
Anglican
19th Century

The judgment, in reference to its objects.

John Calvin

John Calvin

JohnCalvin

16th Century
Protestant
16th Century

Zephaniah pursues the same subject—that God, after long forbearance, would punish his rebellious and obstinate people. Therefore, he says that they…

John Gill

John Gill

JohnGill

17th Century
Reformed Baptist
17th Century

Therefore their goods shall become a booty To the enemy; the riches they trusted in, and thought themselves so secure of;…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

MatthewHenry

17th Century
Presbyterian
17th Century

God's day is near; the punishment of presumptuous sinners is a sacrifice to the justice of God.

The Jewish royal family will be held account…

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