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Yahweh, the God of your fathers, make you a thousand times as many as you are, and bless you, as he has promised you!
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A Leader's Sincere Blessing
Commentators explain that Moses' prayer for a thousand-fold increase was not a complaint about the burden of leading so many people. Instead, it was a genuine expression of joy and a heartfelt blessing, showing his selfless desire for the people's prosperity and for God's promises to be fulfilled.
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Deuteronomy
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18th Century
Presbyterian
This appointment of the “captains” (Compare to Exodus 18:21 and following) must not be confused with that of the elders in Numbers 11:16 and follow…
19th Century
Anglican
The Lord God of your fathers ... bless you. — This appears to belong distinctly to the Book of Deuteronomy. It can hardly…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
The Lord God of your fathers make you a thousand times so many more as ye are This pr…
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