And it shall come to pass at that time, that I will search Jerusalem with lamps, and punish the men that are settled in their complacency: that say in their heart, The LORD will not do good, neither will he do evil.

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George Leo Haydock

AD 1849

Lamps, with the utmost diligence, (Luke xv. 8.) so that none shall escape even in the most filthy places. (Calmet) The Romans found many Jews in the common sewers. (Josephus, Jewish Wars vii. 16, 20, and 26.) Lees. That is, the wealthy, and such as live at their ease, resting upon their riches, like wine upon the lees. (Challoner) Evil, denying Providence. (Calmet)

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