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Jamieson, Fausset & Brown on Habakkuk 1:16

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Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible
Robert Jamieson, A. R. Fausset & David Brown · 19th-century historical commentary
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sacrifice unto their net--that is, their arms, power, and military skill, wherewith they gained their victories; instead of to God. Compare Hab 1:11, MAURER'S interpretation. They idolize themselves for their own cleverness and might (Deu 8:17; Isa 10:13; Isa 37:24-25). by them--by their net and dragnet. their portion--image from a banquet: the prey which they have gotten.
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