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The men of Arvad with your army were on your walls round about, and valorous men were in your towers; they hanged their shields on your walls round about; they have perfected your beauty.
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The Mystery of the Watchmen
Scholars debate the identity of the “Gammadims” in Tyre's towers. Commentaries note that while they could be a specific, now-unknown people group, the term might also be a descriptor meaning “brave men” or “watchmen.” This uncertainty reminds us that while the core message of Scripture is clear, some historical details remain a subject of scholarly discussion.
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Ezekiel
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18th Century
Presbyterian
The prophet here leaves the allegory of the ship to describe the armies of the Tyrians composed of mercenary soldiers.
[Reference Ezekiel 27…
19th Century
Anglican
The Gammadims were in thy towers. —No people of this name is known, and it is extremely unlikely that the responsible posts upon the watch…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
The men of Arvad, with your army were upon your walls round about Placed there for the defence of the city, to watch…
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