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Geneva Study Bible Commentary

Ezekiel 21:26

Thus saith the Lord GOD; Remove the (x) diadem, and take off the crown: this [shall] not [be] the same: exalt [him that is] low, and abase [him that is] high.

(x) Some refer this to the priest's attire: for Jehozadak the priest went into captivity with the king.

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  • Darby's translation notes (1890)

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