Genesis 19:4-11 But before they lay down, the men of the city, even the men of Sodom, compassed the house round, both old and young… Many a one is hardened by the good word of God, and, instead of receiving the counsel, rages at the messenger; when men are grown to that pass, that they are no whir better by afflictions, and worse with admonitions, God finds it time to strike. (Bishop Hall.) Parallel Verses KJV: But before they lay down, the men of the city, even the men of Sodom, compassed the house round, both old and young, all the people from every quarter: |