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31 lines
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## Baldness ##
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The shaving of the entire head or portions of the head is a sign of great sorrow practiced by idol worshipers in nations such as Philistia.
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## the people... will be made silent. ##
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AT: "The people... will be killed." (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-euphemism]])
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## How long will you cut yourself in mourning ##
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The cutting of one's skin was another practice done by the idol worshipers when they mourn the dead.
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## sword of Yahweh ##
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This phrase refers to the army from the north which Yahweh is using to punish the Philistines. (See:[[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
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## How long will it be until you become silent ##
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The people of Philistines use this question to express their deep frustration about the devastation caused by their enemies. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]])
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## you ##
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This refers to the sword of Yahweh as if it was a person. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-personification]])
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## Scabbard ##
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The case used to protect the blade of a sword.
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## How can you be quiet, for Yahweh has commanded you ##
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The word "you" refers to the "sword of Yahweh." (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-personification]]) |