1218、“闪”在此表示总体上的古教会，这从以下事实清楚可知：此处论述的主题是希伯，下文会论述他；在本节，他被称为“雅弗的哥哥”。
New Century Edition
Cooper(2008,2013)
[NCE]1218. The symbolism here of Shem as the ancient church in general can be seen from the fact that the person discussed in this verse is Eber, on whom the text now focuses. The symbolism can also be seen from the consideration that this verse describes Shem as Japheth's older brother.
Potts(1905-1910) 1218
1218. That by "Shem" is here signified the Ancient Church in general, is evident from the fact that the subject here treated of is Eber, whom Shem now bears reference to; and from his being called in this verse "the elder brother of Japheth."
Elliott(1983-1999) 1218
1218. That 'Shem' here means the Ancient Church in general becomes clear from the fact that here the subject is Eber who is considered next, and from the fact that in this verse he is called 'Japheth's elder brother'.
Latin(1748-1756) 1218
1218. Quod per 'Shemum' significetur hic Ecclesia Antiqua in genere, constare potest ex eo quod hic agatur de Ebero, quem nunc spectat; et quod dicatur in hoc versu 'frater Japheti major.'