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Barnes' Notes on Lamentations 1:11

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Albert Barnes (1798–1870) · 19th-century historical commentary
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Sigh ... seek - Are sighing ... are seeking. The words are present participles, describing the condition of the people. After a siege lasting a year and a half the whole country, far and near, would be exhausted. To relieve the soul - See the margin, i. e. to bring back life to them. They bring out their jewels and precious articles to obtain with them at least a meal. return to 'Top of Page'
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