And to the woman were given two wings of a great eagle, that she might fly into the wilderness, into her place, where she is nourished for a time, and times, and half a time, from the face of the serpent.
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George Leo Haydock
AD 1849
There were given to the woman two wings of a great eagle. By these two wings, some understand the love of God, and the fear of offending him; others, piety, prudence (Witham)
The Church, on account of the severe pressure of the persecution, obtained from the Almighty a special protection and assistance. (Pastorini)