en_tn/2co/03/14.md

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  • their - "the Israelites'"
  • The same veil - just as a veil hides one's face, Paul speaks of a spiritual veil that keeps the Jews from understanding God's message. - (See: en:ta:vol1:translate:figs_metaphor)
  • whenever Moses is read - This is referring to the books written by Moses. AT: "whenever Moses' writings are read" (See: :en:ta:vol1:translate:figs_explicit)
  • turns to the Lord - The word "turn" refers to a change in attitude. AT: "change from trusting themselves to trusting the Lord"
  • the veil is lifted away - The word "veil" refers to their inability to understand God's message. Being lifted away means they are now given the ability to understand. (See: :en:ta:vol1:translate:figs_metaphor)