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There is a generation, oh how lofty are their eyes! Their eyelids are lifted up.
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The Outward Look of Pride
Commentators explain that the 'lofty eyes' and 'lifted eyelids' in this verse describe the physical expression of inner arrogance. Pride, which is born in the heart, often manifests itself in a person's face and posture, as they look down on others with scorn and contempt.
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
[There is] a generation, O how lofty are their eyes! and their eyelids are lifted up .
Presbyterian
In every age, there are monsters of ingratitude who ill-treat their parents. Many persuade themselves they are holy people, whose hearts are full o…
