en_tn_condensed/ezk/09/02.md

# weapon of slaughter

weapon for killing many people

# behold

"listen" or "pay attention to what I am about to tell you"

# the upper gate that faces north

"the upper northern gate" or "the north gate of the inner court"

# linen

"smooth cloth". A strong, smooth cloth made from a plant and worn by people in places that are hot. 

# scribe's equipment

tools that scribes write with

# bronze

A dark gold-colored metal. It is made from mostly copper with tin added for strength.