Thematic Bible: Linen made from


Thematic Bible



The channels will stink;
they will dwindle, and Egypt’s canals will be parched.
Reed and rush will die.

She selects wool and flax
and works with willing hands.

Yes, their mother is promiscuous;
she conceived them and acted shamefully.
For she thought, “I will go after my lovers,
the men who give me my food and water,
my wool and flax, my oil and drink.”

Therefore, I will take back My grain in its time
and My new wine in its season;
I will take away My wool and linen,
which were to cover her nakedness.


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