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Now therefore stand still, that I may plead with you before Yahweh concerning all the righteous acts of Yahweh, which he did to you and to your fathers.
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A Solemn Confrontation
Commentators explain that Samuel's command to "stand still" establishes a solemn, almost legal setting. He is calling the assembly to order to reverently hear a case presented "before the Lord." This isn't just a nostalgic speech; it's a formal confrontation where Israel's recent actions are being measured against God's long-standing faithfulness.
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1 Samuel
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19th Century
Anglican
Now therefore ... —Samuel proceeds in his painful work. See now, he says, we have advanced this far in my solemn pleading. Stand u…
Baptist
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…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
Now therefore stand still Keep your place, and do not as yet break up the assembly, but wait a little longer patient…
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Presbyterian
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…
