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Of the oaks of Bashan have they made your oars; they have made your benches of ivory inlaid in boxwood, from the isles of Kittim.
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God in the Marketplace
Matthew Henry's commentary highlights that God's detailed knowledge of Tyre's trade shows His eye is on us in our daily business, not just in church. This verse serves as a reminder to maintain integrity in all our dealings and to remember that God is the ultimate provider of the resources and wealth we acquire.
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Ezekiel
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18th Century
Theologian
The company ... ivory - Rather, “your benches (or, deck) they made of ivory with boxwood” (or, larch), that is, boxwood inlaid with ivory.…
19th Century
Bishop
The company of the Ashurites have made thy benches of ivory.—The literal rendering of this clause (with two words of doubtful meaning left…
17th Century
Pastor
Of the oaks of Bashan have they made your oarsTo row the ships with; for their ships probably were no other than galleys, whic…
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Those who live at ease are to be lamented if they are not prepared for trouble. Let no one consider themselves beautified any further than they are…