Saphir... Zaanan. — The sites of these cities, like that of Aphrah, are a matter of conjecture. They were probably south-west of Jerusalem, the prophet following the march of the invading army.
The inhabitant of Zaanan came not forth — i.e., they remained in their city through fear of the enemy.
In the mourning of Beth-ezel. — Rather, the wailing of Beth-ezel shall take from you his standing — i.e., no support will be found in the inhabitants of Beth-ezel.