John Gill's Exposition on Genesis 25:24

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Exposition of the Old and New Testament
John Gill (1697–1771) · 18th-century historical commentary
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And when her days to be delivered were fulfilled, etc.] The nine months were up from the time of her conception; or, as the Targum of Jonathan, when the two hundred and seventy days she went with child were completed: behold, [there were] twins in her womb; as was perceived by the midwife; a double mercy was granted, more given than asked for; probably only one child was asked for, but two given.

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