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When they came to the camp of Israel, the Israelites rose up and struck the Moabites, so that they fled before them; and they went forward into the land smiting the Moabites.
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An Unexpected Ambush
Commentators note the dramatic reversal of fortune. The Moabites, expecting to find an abandoned camp and easy plunder, rushed forward in a disorganized and greedy manner. Instead, they met a prepared Israelite army that rose up and decisively defeated them, turning their confident charge into a panicked retreat.
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19th Century
Anglican
Smote the Moabites. —Who were unprepared for resistance.
But they went forward smiting ...
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And when they came to the camp of Israel Not in an orderly regular manner, in rank and file, as an army should march…
Presbyterian
It is a blessing to be favored with the company of those who have power with God and can prevail by their prayers. A kingdom may be upheld and pros…
