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God's Past Acts, His Present Claim
Samuel begins his address by reminding Israel of God's foundational acts: appointing Moses and Aaron and leading them out of Egypt. Commentators explain this isn't just a history lesson; it's the basis of God's righteous claim to be their King. By recalling God's past faithfulness, Samuel highlights the gravity of the people's decision to ask for a human king.
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1 Samuel
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Albert Barnes
On 1 Samuel 12:6
18th Century
Theologian
Advanced - This refers to appointing them to their office. The word literally means “made” (1 Kings 12:31; [Reference Hebrews 3:…
Charles Ellicott
On 1 Samuel 12:6
19th Century
Bishop
It is the Lord that advanced Moses and Aaron. —The Hebrew should be rendered, “even the Eternal that advanced Moses and A…
Charles Spurgeon
On 1 Samuel 12:6–8
19th Century
Preacher
A remembrance of past mercies is very profitable to us. National mercies ought not to be forgotten, and personal favors should always be fresh in o…
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John Gill
On 1 Samuel 12:6
17th Century
Pastor
And Samuel said unto the people
Having cleared and established his own character, he proceeds to lay before the peop…
Matthew Henry
On 1 Samuel 12:6–15
17th Century
Minister
The work of ministers is to reason with people: not only to exhort and direct, but also to persuade, to convince their judgments, and so to gain th…