## that each prophet ## This refers to the false prophets, not to the true prophets of Yahweh. ## no longer wear a hairy cloak ## "Cloak" refers to a heavy outer garment. s made of animal hair that prophets usually wore. ## work the soil ## That is, farm. ## the land became my work while I was still a young man ## Different versions interpret this phrase in different ways. ## What are these wounds between your arms? ## AT: "How did you get those cuts on your back between your shoulders?" This refers to the custom of idol worshipers allowing themselves to be wounded in their ceremonies. ## he will answer ## That is, he will answer with a lie.