And their children spake half in the speech of Ashdod, and could not speak in the Jews’ language, but according to the language of each people.
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Interpretation
If either parent be ungodly, corrupt nature will incline the children to take after that one; which is a strong reason why Christians should not be unequally yoked.
Glossary
- Ashdod Place
- Biblical settlement. Modern identification: Tel Ashdod.