Lux Domini
And upon all the cedars of Lebanon, that are high and lifted up, and upon all the oaks of Bashan,

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Interpretation

The taking of Jerusalem by the Chaldeans seems first meant here, when idolatry among the Jews was done away; but our thoughts are led forward to the destruction of all the enemies of Christ. It is folly for those who are pursued by the wrath of God, to think to hide or shelter themselves from it.

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This thought runs through Isaiah 2:11-15.

Glossary

Bashan Place
Biblical region. Modern identification: Saham al Jawlan.
Lebanon Place
Biblical region. Modern identification: Jezzine.