Matthew Chapter 24, Verse 16
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16: τοτε οι εν τη ιουδαια φευγετωσαν επι τα ορη
16: Then let them which be in Judaea flee into the mountains:
16: Then they that are in Judea, let them flee to the mountains:
Then let them, etc. Then Christians may know that the end is come, and should seek a place of safety. Destruction would not only visit the city, but would extend to the surrounding part of Judea.
The mountains. The mountains of Palestine abound in caves, a safe retreat for those pursued. In all ages these caves were the favourite places of robbers; and were also resorted to by those in danger, 1Sam 13:6, 1Sam 22:1, 2 Sam 23:13, Josh 10:16.
In those mountains they would be safe.
