Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Summary
As a servant earnestly desireth the shadow, and as an hireling looketh for the reward of his work:
Earnestly desireth
The shadow
Bible References
Earnestly desireth
Psalm 119:131
I opened my mouth wide and panted, for I longed for your commandments.
Psalm 143:6
I stretch out my hands to you for I long for you, like a parched land.
The shadow
Jeremiah 6:4
Prepare for war against her. Arise, and let us attack at noon. Woe to us, for the day declines (is nearly over), for the shadows of the evening lengthen!