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When the ark of the covenant of Yahweh came into the camp, all Israel shouted with a great shout, so that the earth rang again.
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Faith in Symbols vs. God
Matthew Henry's commentary highlights a critical error: the Israelites were treating the Ark like a magical object to compel God's help. They showed great enthusiasm for an outward religious symbol while their hearts were unrepentant. This serves as a powerful warning against trusting in religious rituals or objects instead of a genuine relationship with God.
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19th Century
Anglican
And when the ark ... came into the camp. —As far as we know, this was the first time since the establishment of the peopl…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And when the ark of the covenant of the Lord came into the camp Being brought thither…
Presbyterian
Israel is struck down before the Philistines. Sin, the accursed thing, was in the camp and gave their enemies all the advantage they could desire. …
