They that swear by the sin of Samaria, and say, Your god, O Dan, lives; and, The way of Beersheba lives; even they shall fall, and never rise up again.
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George Leo Haydock
AD 1849
Sin. Septuagint, "propitiation "which the pagans deemed requisite; (Horace, i. ode 2.) or worship (Haydock) of Baal, (4 Kings xvii. 16.; Calmet) and all the other superstitions. (Haydock)
Way. Septuagint, "thy God "or religion, (Acts ix. 2.) or pilgrimage to Bersabee, chap. v. 5. Perhaps the true God was here adored; but it was in a manner which he condemned. (Calmet)
In vain do those pretend to honour Him, who follow the traditions of unbelieving men. (Haydock)
