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The crowns shall be to Helem, to Tobijah, to Jedaiah, and to Hen the son of Zephaniah, for a memorial in the LORD’s temple.
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ExplanationCommentary
Verse 14. Helem. Septuagint “the crown shall be for those who expect him.” Bible.—Hem. Septuagint “for grace.” Hebrew chen. Saint Jerome—Thus proper names are frequently interpreted. Bible.—The crowns were not to be worn, but to be deposited in the temple. 1 Maccabees 1:23. Calmet.—The names of those four who had contributed towards their making, were to be inscribed upon them. Helem and Hem are the same with Holdai and Josias. Menochius.—The Jews say Hem or Daniel, and his three companions, brought gifts. Saint Jerome
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