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660 B
660 B
that each prophet
This refers to the false prophets, not to the true prophets of Yahweh.
no longer wear a hairy cloak
"Cloak" refers to a heavy outer garment. s made of animal hair that prophets usually wore.
work the soil
That is, farm.
the land became my work while I was still a young man
Different versions interpret this phrase in different ways.
What are these wounds between your arms?
AT: "How did you get those cuts on your back between your shoulders?" This refers to the custom of idol worshipers allowing themselves to be wounded in their ceremonies.
he will answer
That is, he will answer with a lie.