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Then Amaziah separated them, [to wit], the army that had come to him out of Ephraim, to go home again: why their anger was greatly kindled against Judah, and they returned home in fierce anger.
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The Sting of Rejection
Commentators explain that the Israelite mercenaries were enraged for multiple reasons. Their dismissal was seen as a deep insult, suggesting they were untrustworthy or dishonorable. Scholars add that they were also furious about losing the opportunity for plunder from the upcoming battle. This highlights how perceived slights to honor and financial interests can provoke intense anger.
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2 Chronicles
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18th Century
Presbyterian
Such a dismissal was sure to arouse great indignation. The Israelites would assume they were dismissed because their good faith was suspected. For …
19th Century
Anglican
Namely, the army. — The troop (le prefixed, as a sign of the accusative).
To go home again.
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
Then Amaziah separated them from his army, among whom they were incorporated and ranked, to wit, the army tha…
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