Verse 1
Woe = Ho! We now come to a cycle of woes corresponding with the "burdens". In these "woes" Jehovah's purpose is alternately thrown into sharp contrast (see the Structure, above). crown of pride = pride's crown, or proud crown (i.e. Samaria; compare Amos 6:1 , Amos 6:3 ). Figure of speech Enallage ( App-6 ). Referring to the circle of towers which girdled Samaria.
to = of.
Ephraim = one tribe. Put by Figure of speech Metonymy (of Adjunct), for all the tribes of Israel.
a fading flower. Compare Isaiah 1:30 ; Isaiah 40:7 .
fat = rich, or luxuriant.
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