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The burden of Moab. For in a night Ar of Moab is laid waste, [and] brought to nothing; for in a night Kir of Moab is laid waste, [and] brought to nothing.
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Judgment Comes Suddenly
Commentators unanimously explain that the destruction happening "in a night" signifies its sudden and unexpected nature. Just as a thief comes when least expected, God's judgment fell upon Moab's chief cities while they felt secure. This serves as a sober reminder, echoed in the New Testament, that destruction can come swiftly upon those who are unprepared and living in false security.
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Isaiah
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18th Century
Presbyterian
The burden of Moab - (see the note at Isaiah 13:1). This is the title of the prophecy. The Chaldee renders this, ‘The burden of the cup of c…
19th Century
Anglican
The burden of Moab. —The oracle which fills the next two chapters deals with the coming history of Moab. The comparative obscurity…
16th Century
Protestant
The burden of Moab. Here the Prophet prophesies against the Moabites, who were neighbors to the Jews and related to them by blood…
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
The burden of Moab A heavy, grievous prophecy, concerning the destruction of Moab. The Targum is,``the burden of the…
The Divine judgments about to come upon the Moabites.
This prophecy, coming to pass within three years, would confirm the prophet's mission …
13th Century
Catholic
1. The burden of Moab. In this part, the prophet issues a threat against the Moabites, who were descended from Moab, the fir…
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