Remained long in the land] lit. 'slumbered in the land.' The word expresses not only long continuance but a loss of vigour, a gradual weakening of first impressions due to unbroken peace and prosperity. Those who have no changes are apt to forget God (Psalms 55:19). Prosperity sometimes acts like a narcotic and sends the soul to sleep: cp. Deuteronomy 6:10; Deuteronomy 8:10; Deuteronomy 32:15 see also 2 Chronicles 12:1; 2 Chronicles 26:16; 2 Chronicles 32:25.

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