That strengthens the plundered against the strong, so that the plundered shall come against the fortress.
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George Leo Haydock
AD 1849
With a smile. That is, with all ease, and without making any effort. (Challoner)
Aquila has "grinning "to show displeasure. (St. Jerome)
Hebrew, "he strengthens the oppressor against the strong "so that those whom he pleases to chastise cannot escape.