## Baldness ##

The shaving of the entire head or portions of the head is a sign of great sorrow practiced by idol worshipers in nations such as Philistia.

## the people... will be made silent. ##

AT: "The people... will be killed." (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-euphemism]])

## How long will you cut yourself in mourning ##

The cutting of one's skin was another practice done by the idol worshipers when they mourn the dead.

## sword of Yahweh ##

This phrase refers to the army from the north which Yahweh is using to punish the Philistines. (See:[[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])

## How long will it be until you become silent ##

The people of Philistines use this question to express their deep frustration about the devastation caused by their enemies. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]])

## you ##

This refers to the sword of Yahweh as if it was a person. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-personification]])

## Scabbard ##

The case used to protect the blade of a sword.

## How can you be quiet, for Yahweh has commanded you ##

The word "you" refers to the "sword of Yahweh." (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-personification]])