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He said, You shall no more rejoice, you oppressed virgin daughter of Sidon: arise, pass over to Kittim; even there shall you have no rest.
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The 'Oppressed Virgin'
Commentators explain that calling Tyre an "oppressed virgin" is a powerful metaphor. The term "virgin" signifies its history of being unconquered and its untouched wealth. The word "oppressed," which can also be translated as "defiled" or "deflowered," indicates that its invincibility is over. The city, once secure, will be brutally violated and plundered.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
And he said - God said (Isaiah 23:9).
You shall no more rejoice - The sense is, that Tyre was so…
19th Century
Anglican
You oppressed virgin. —Strictly speaking, the noun and adjective are incompatible, the latter conveying the sense of “
16th Century
Protestant
And he said, Thou shalt not add any more to rejoice. All this belongs to one and the same object; for, since a plain description would not…
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And he said, you shall no more rejoice Not meaning that she should never more rejoice, but not for a long time, as K…
Tyre was the trading center of the nations. She was known for her joy and entertainment; and this made her reluctant to consider the warnings God g…
13th Century
Catholic
The oracle concerning Tyre. In this part, he issues threats against the Tyrians, who were connected to the people of God through…
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