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Barnes' Notes on Lamentations 1:4

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Albert Barnes (1798–1870) · 19th-century historical commentary
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Zion, as the holy city, is the symbol of the religious life of the people, just as Judah in the previous verse represents their national life. The “virgins” took a prominent part in all religious festivals Jeremiah 31:13; Exodus 15:20. return to 'Top of Page'
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