Isaiah 9:3

And hast. Parkhurst says it should be, "(whom) thou hast not brought up (the Gentiles) with joy they," &c. (Symmachus) (Haydock) --- The numerous forces of the Assyrians could not save them from the angel. Under Ezechias the people increased. Was not his reign a figure of the Church persecuted and increasing: but on that account, in danger from a relaxation of discipline? (Luke v. 5.) --- Spoils. They shall return thanks to God for the unexpected liberation.