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but came back, and have eaten bread and drunk water in the place of which he said to you, Eat no bread, and drink no water; your body shall not come to the tomb of your fathers.
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A Dishonorable End
Commentators explain that the punishment—not being buried in the tomb of his fathers—was a profound and culturally significant curse. For ancient Hebrews, being buried with one's ancestors was of utmost importance, signifying an honorable end and a connection to one's heritage. This severe consequence highlights the gravity of disobeying a direct command from God.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
On the anxiety of the Hebrews to be buried with their fathers, see Genesis 47:30; Genesis 49:1, 25, 29; 2 Samuel 19:37, etc.…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
But came back, and has eaten bread and drunk water in the place, of the which the Lord did say to you, eat no bread, nor drink no water…
The old prophet's conduct proves that he was not really a godly man. When the change took place under Jeroboam, he preferred his ease and interest …
