EPhraim feedeth on winde] That is, flattereth himself with vain confidence, (the Eastern winde being very tempestuous in those Countries) continuing in his sinnes, and thinking to escape Gods judgements by strangd unlawfull covenants. and they do make a covenant with the Assyrians] Chap. 5. 13. and 7. 11. oyl is carried into Egypt] Isaiah 30:6. and Isaiah 57:9. Sweet smelling oyl, whereof there was great plenty in Judea; 2 Kings 20:13. Meaning, presents to get friendship.