1849
A.D.
George Leo Haydock
Catholic
1774–1849
“Flesh. Greek, “peace-offering.” The fat was deemed most delicate.”
The interpretation timeline
Sirach 47:2
Douay-Rheims
And as the fat taken away from the flesh, so was David chosen from among the children of Israel.
2 witnesses
Post-Reformation
c. 1650 – 1900Undated
date unknown
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Glossa Ordinaria
Medieval
“As the fat. It signifies him filled with the grace of the Holy Spirit, separated in life and in manners from the fellowship of carnal men.”
Modern · 1953 →
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