חמר, is often mentioned in Scripture, nor is it necessary to
explain the various references to what is so well known. It may be
remarked, however, that clay was used for scaling doors. Norden and
Pococke observe, that the inspectors of the granaries in Egypt, after
closing the door, put their seal upon a handful of clay, with which they
cover the lock. This may help to explain Job xxxviii, 14, in which the
earth is represented as assuming form and imagery from the brightness of
the rising sun, as rude clay receives a figure from the impression of a
seal or signet.
explain the various references to what is so well known. It may be
remarked, however, that clay was used for scaling doors. Norden and
Pococke observe, that the inspectors of the granaries in Egypt, after
closing the door, put their seal upon a handful of clay, with which they
cover the lock. This may help to explain Job xxxviii, 14, in which the
earth is represented as assuming form and imagery from the brightness of
the rising sun, as rude clay receives a figure from the impression of a
seal or signet.