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Jamieson, Fausset & Brown on Isaiah 21:14

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Robert Jamieson, A. R. Fausset & David Brown · 19th-century historical commentary
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Tema--a kindred tribe: an oasis in that region (Jer 25:23). The Temeans give water to the faint and thirsting Dedanites; the greatest act of hospitality in the burning lands of the East, where water is so scarce. prevented--that is, anticipated the wants of the fugitive Dedanites by supplying bread (Gen 14:18). their bread--rather, "his (the fugitive's) bread"; the bread due to him, necessary for his support; so "thy grave" (Isa 14:19), [MAURER].
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