And Edom said unto him, Thou shalt not pass by me, lest I come out against thee with the sword.

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John Gill

John Gill

JohnGill

17th Century
Reformed Baptist
17th Century

And Edom said to him
The king of Edom replied to Israel, represented by the messengers sent in their name:

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

MatthewHenry

17th Century
Presbyterian
17th Century

The nearest way to Canaan from the place where Israel encamped was through the country of Edom. The ambassadors who were sent returned with a denia…

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