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Howl, you ships of Tarshish; for your stronghold is laid waste.
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The Fallen Stronghold
Commentators unanimously identify the 'stronghold' or 'strength' as the city of Tyre. For the merchant ships of Tarshish, Tyre was their economic lifeline—a secure port and a reliable market. Its destruction meant the collapse of their commercial world, prompting the command to 'howl' in lament.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
“Howl ... (Isaiah 23:1).
For your strength — That which has been your support and strength; namely, Tyre ().
19th Century
Anglican
Howl, ye ships of Tarshish: for your Strength is laid waste. —The prophecy of woe ends as it began in Isaiah 23:1. The “s…
16th Century
Protestant
Howl, ye ships of Tarshish. He repeats what he previously said; for the Cilicians, on account of their vicinity, constantly traded with th…
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
Howl, you ships of Tarshish As in (Isaiah 23:1) . (See Gill on Isaiah 23:1):
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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