Fortified. Hebrew also, "Egypt, and from Egypt to the river Euphrates," &c. The Jews shall occupy their ancient limits, Amos viii. 12. (Calmet) --- The fenced cities may be Pelusium, Gaza, Tyre, &c. From all parts the captives shall return. (Haydock) --- They were very numerous under the Machabees, and in the time of Christ. (Calmet)

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