And it shall be as when the harvestman gathereth the corn, and reapeth the ears with his arm; and it shall be as he that gathereth ears in the valley of Rephaim.
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Interpretation
Sin desolates cities. It is strange that great conquerors should take pride in being enemies to mankind; but it is better that flocks should lie down there, than that they should harbour any in open rebellion against God and holiness.
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This thought runs through Isaiah 17:1-5.
Glossary
- Valley of Rephaim Place
- Biblical valley. Modern identification: Valley of Rephaim.