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The conies are but a feeble folk, Yet make they their houses in the rocks;
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The Wisdom of the 'Coney'
Commentators clarify that the 'coney' is not a rabbit but a rock hyrax, a small animal described as feeble, with weak teeth and nails instead of claws. Its Hebrew name means 'hider.' Its wisdom is demonstrated by making its home in the safety of the rocks, compensating for its physical weakness through foresight and using its environment for protection.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
Conies - See the marginal reference note.
19th Century
Anglican
The conies are but a feeble folk, being only about as big as a rabbit, with nails instead of claws, and weak teeth. Its H…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
The coneys [are but] a feeble folk Or "rabbits"; though some think these creatures are not intended, because they ar…
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