36. filthiness —literally, "brass"; metaphor for the lowest part of the person [CALVIN]. English Version is better: thy filthy lewdness is poured out without restraint (compare Jeremiah 13:27 ). As silver is an emblem of purity, brass typifies "filthiness," because it easily contracts rust. HENDERSON explains it, "Because thy money was lavished on thy lovers" ( Ezekiel 16:31 ; Ezekiel 16:33 ; Ezekiel 16:34 ). blood of thy children — ( Ezekiel 16:20 ; Jeremiah 2:34 ). return to ' Top of Page ' <a name="verse-37" class="com-number"
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