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You saw the breaches of the city of David, that they were many; and you gathered together the waters of the lower pool;
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Scholars explain this verse describes the historical preparations for the Assyrian siege. Facing imminent danger, the people of Jerusalem rushed to repair long-neglected walls ('breaches') and strategically gathered water from the 'lower pool' to supply the city while depriving the enemy.
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Isaiah
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18th Century
Presbyterian
Ye have seen also the breaches - You who are inhabitants of the city. That such breaches were actually made, see ([Reference 2 Chro…
19th Century
Anglican
Ye have seen also the breaches ... —The prophet paints the hasty preparations for defense. So in [Reference 2 Chronicles …
16th Century
Protestant
And you have seen the breaches. He continues his narrative, for during prosperity and peace, no one cares about fortifications or instrume…
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
You have seen also the breaches of the city of David, that they are many Not Jerusale…
The weakness of Judah now appeared more than ever. Now also they revealed their carnal confidence and their carnal security. They looked to the for…
13th Century
Catholic
The burden of the valley. Here the prophet issues a threat against those who were joined to the people of God by their position of…
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