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You only have I known of all the families of the earth: therefore I will visit on you all your iniquities.
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Privilege Increases Responsibility
All commentators agree that God's special relationship with Israel was the reason for their punishment, not a shield from it. Because they had been given more light, revelation, and love, their sins were more egregious. As Albert Barnes notes, citing Jesus's teaching in Luke 12:47-48, 'unto whomsoever much is given, of him shall be much required.' This is a timeless warning against spiritual complacency.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
You only have I known of all the families of the earth; therefore I will punish you for all your iniquities - Such is the one law o…
19th Century
Anglican
Known— The knowledge of God is love. There was special knowledge and intimacy between God and Israel. Upon such knowledge followed…
16th Century
Protestant
The Prophet undoubtedly wished by these words to confirm his own authority, for he saw that his doctrine was regarded with contempt. It is probable…
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
You only have I known of all the families of the earth All the families or nations of the earth, and all the inhabit…
The distinguishing favors of God to us, if they do not restrain from sin, will not exempt from punishment. They could not expect communion with God…
