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Jamieson, Fausset & Brown on 2 Kings 16:17

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Robert Jamieson, A. R. Fausset & David Brown · 19th-century historical commentary
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HE SPOILS THE TEMPLE. (Kg2 16:17-19) cut off the borders of the bases, &c.--It is thought that he did this to use the elaborate sculpture in adorning his palace.
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