They are not buried in honor like their fallen heroes, who went down to the grave with their weapons—their shields covering their bodies and their swords beneath their heads. Their guilt rests upon them because they brought terror to everyone while they were still alive.

Commentaries

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

AlbertBarnes

18th Century
Presbyterian
18th Century

And they shall not lie – Better, “Shall they not lie?” or, “Are they not laid?” The custom of burying warriors with their swords, shields,…

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

CharlesEllicott

19th Century
Anglican
19th Century

And they shall not lie If this is the correct translation, then a distinction is implied between these nations and the o…

John Gill

John Gill

JohnGill

17th Century
Reformed Baptist
17th Century

And they shall not lie with the mighty that are fallen of the
uncircumcised
That is, …

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

MatthewHenry

17th Century
Presbyterian
17th Century

Various nations are mentioned as having gone down to the grave before Egypt, who are ready to give her a scornful reception; these nations had rece…