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Barnes' Notes on Judges 8:13

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Albert Barnes (1798–1870) · 19th-century historical commentary
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Before the sun was up - The translation of the words is doubtful, because of the rarity of the word rendered “sun” (חרס cheres). Many suppose it to be the name of a mountain pass, and render it from the ascent of Heres. return to 'Top of Page'
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