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The Emptiness of 'Vanities'
All the commentators agree that the word 'vanities' is a term of contempt for idols. The Bible uses words that mean 'emptiness,' 'vapor,' or 'nothingness' to describe them. This emphasizes that idols are worthless, powerless, and cannot help their worshippers, making the choice to serve them profoundly foolish.
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Albert Barnes
On 1 Kings 16:13
18th Century
Theologian
Their vanities - The “calves.” The Hebrews call an idol by terms signifying “emptiness,” “vapor,” or “nothingness.”
Charles Ellicott
On 1 Kings 16:13
19th Century
Bishop
Vanities —that is, idols (1 Samuel 12:21; Psalms 31:6; Isaiah 41:29; [Reference Jerem…
John Gill
On 1 Kings 16:13
17th Century
Pastor
For all the sins of Baasha, and the sins of Elah his son
By which it appears that the son trod in the steps of his f…
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Matthew Henry
On 1 Kings 16:1–14
17th Century
Minister
This chapter relates entirely to the kingdom of Israel and the revolutions of that kingdom. God still calls Israel His people, though wretchedly co…