Verse 9
9. Coveteth an evil covetousness Better R.V., “getteth an evil gain.” The vast spoil taken from the nations by evil and illegitimate means.
To his house Not the palace, but the entire land and nation (see on Hosea 8:1). It was for the purpose of enriching and exalting the nation that the conquests were undertaken.
Set his nest on high A figure expressing the purpose of establishing his power forever (Numbers 24:21; Obadiah 1:4). As the eagle sets his nest on high to protect himself and his young against attacks, so the Chaldean seeks to fortify his position, that he may escape harm forever.
From the power of evil Not the “evil one,” but any possible attack or calamity (Psalms 49:6; Isaiah 31:2).
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