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He arose, and struck the Philistines until his hand was weary, and his hand froze to the sword; and Yahweh worked a great victory that day; and the people returned after him only to take spoil.
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God's Victory, Man's Valor
The verse highlights a partnership between human effort and divine power. Eleazar fought until his hand was physically stuck to his sword, showing incredible dedication. Yet, the text explicitly states, "Jehovah wrought a great victory." Commentators like John Gill emphasize that the ultimate triumph must be credited to God, not just the warrior's strength. This shows that our faithful, strenuous efforts are often the means through which God chooses to work.
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2 Samuel
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19th Century
Anglican
Clave unto the sword. —Instances are rare, but well authenticated, of a sort of cramp following excessive exertion, so that the ha…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
He arose, and smote the Philistines until his hand was weary , &c.] He rose up when the Israelites fled, and stood h…
Presbyterian
David once earnestly longed for the water at the well of Bethlehem. It seems to be an instance of weakness. He was thirsty; he had often refreshed …