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Trusted original commentary from respected historical Bible scholars and theologians.
Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
It is sharpened to make a sore slaughter,.... To cut easily, and wound deeply, and make a slaughter of men, like beasts…
Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870Ezekiel 21:8-17
The second word of judgment: the glittering and destroying sword. The passage may be called the “Lay of the Sword;” it…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–1714Ezekiel 21:8-17
Here is another prophecy of the sword, which is delivered in a very affecting manner; the expressions here used are…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921Ezekiel 21:8-17
The destroying sword of the Lord. The violent agitation of the prophet at the thought of the coming destruction finds…