only in order that the generations of the sons of Israel might be taught war, those who had not experienced it previously).

Commentaries

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Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

CharlesEllicott

19th Century
Anglican
19th Century

Only that the generations of the children of Israel might know, to teach them war. —The Septuagint here renders, “Only be…

John Gill

John Gill

JohnGill

17th Century
Reformed Baptist
17th Century

Only that the generations of the children of Israel might know
and teach them war

T…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

MatthewHenry

17th Century
Presbyterian
17th Century

As the Israelites were a type of the church on earth, they were not to be idle and slothful. The Lord was pleased to try them by the remains of the…