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Barnes' Notes on Matthew 2:20

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Albert Barnes (1798–1870) · 19th-century historical commentary
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They are dead who sought ... - This either refers to Herod alone, as is not uncommon, using the plural number for the singular; or it may refer to Herod and his son Antipater. He was of the same cruel disposition as his father, and was put to death by his father about five days before his own death. return to 'Top of Page'
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