when I shall have gathered] This prophesie hath in part, and according to the letter, a relation to the return from the captivitie of Babylon; but perfectly and in spirit, to the spirituall re-establishment of the Church by the Messias. sanctified in them] He sheweth for what cause God will assemble his Church, and preserve it still, though he destroy his enemies; to wit, that they should praise him, and give thanks for his great mercies.