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For the cry is gone round about the borders of Moab; the wailing of it to Eglaim, and the wailing of it to Beer-elim.
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A Cry Throughout the Land
Commentators agree that the cry of distress is not localized but has spread to every corner of Moab. The prophecy mentions specific border towns, Eglaim and Beer-elim, to emphasize that the entire nation, from one extremity to the other, is filled with wailing and despair. This illustrates the comprehensive nature of God's judgment.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
For the cry is gone round about ... - The cry of distress and calamity has encompassed the whole land of Moab. There is no part of the lan…
19th Century
Anglican
The waters of Dimon. — Probably the same as Dibon, the name being slightly altered (m and b, as labial letters, …
16th Century
Protestant
The cry is gone round about the borders of Moab. כי, (ki,) for, is added for the sake of ornament. He means that every p…
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
For the cry is gone found about the borders of Moab The cry of destruction and howling because of it; the places men…
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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