Deu 29:18-20 | Clarke | STEP | Verse 18 A root that beareth gall and wormwood - That is, as the apostle expresses it, , An evil heart of unbelief departing from the living God; for to this place he evidently refers. It may also signify false doctrines, or idolatrous persons among themselves.

Deuteronomy 29:18-20

Verse 18

A root that beareth gall and wormwood - That is, as the apostle expresses it, Heb 3:12, An evil heart of unbelief departing from the living God; for to this place he evidently refers. It may also signify false doctrines, or idolatrous persons among themselves. Verse 19

To add drunkenness to thirst - A proverbial expression denoting the utmost indulgence in all sensual gratifications.