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The Nature of the Taunts
Commentators explain that the enemies "opening their mouths" signifies more than just speech. It describes vicious taunts, scornful derision, and insolent curses. John Gill notes these attacks were often aimed at Judah's faith and worship, turning their devotion into a point of mockery during their distress.
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Lamentations
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John Calvin
On Lamentations 3:46
16th Century
Theologian
He repeats what he had said: that the people were an offscouring, or scrapings, or sweepings, and also a refuse. The last word is, indeed, in the i…
John Gill
On Lamentations 3:46
17th Century
Pastor
All our enemies have opened their mouths against us .
] Like lions and other beasts of prey, to devour us; or in way…
Matthew Henry
On Lamentations 3:42–54
17th Century
Minister
The more the prophet looked on the desolations, the more he was grieved. Here is one word of comfort. While they continued weeping, they continued …