Lit., the mouth. So Wyc. Either in the sense of the foremost part, or picturing the sword as a devouring monster. In Heb 11:33, Heb 11:34, the word is used in both senses: “the mouths of lions;” “the edge of the sword.”
Led away captive
See on captives, Luk 4:18.
Trodden down
Denoting the oppression and contempt which shall follow conquest.