Wherefore, [as] I live, saith the Lord GOD; Surely, because thou hast defiled my sanctuary with all thy detestable things, and with all thine abominations, therefore will I also diminish [thee]; neither shall mine eye spare, neither will I have any pity.
Ver. 11. Wherefore, as I live, saith the Lord.] This is God's usual oath (in this prophet especially), and therefore should not be used as an oath or asseveration by any other, since he only liveth (to speak properly).
Therefore will I also diminish thee.] Or, I will break thee down; or, I will shave thee. as Ezekiel 5:1 Jer 48:37