OLD TESTAMENT

Jeremiah 51:30

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The mighty men of Babylon have stopped fighting, they remain in their strongholds. Their might has failed. They have become as women. Her dwelling places are set on fire. Her bars are broken.

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Verse 30. Bars, fastening the gates. Calmet.—Those who entered by the channel of the river, would seize the gates to let their companions enter. Bible.

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