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Let his heart be changed from man’s, and let an animal’s heart be given to him. Then let seven times pass over him.
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ExplanationCommentary
Verse 16. Hour. Chal. shaha, ( Bible.) implies “a little while;” (Grot.) yet of some duration, not precisely like one of the modern hours. The prophet was silent, being troubled by the divine spirit, (Calmet. 10:8) at the view of impending misery; or unwilling to hurt the king’s feelings, till he should urge him to speak. Calmet.—He was sorry to denounce such calamities, yet must speak the truth. Worthington.—Trouble. Theodot. “make thee hurry.” He perceived the prophet’s anxiety, and encouraged him.
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