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Then I said to you, Don`t dread, neither be afraid of them.

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The Antidote to Fear

Moses commands the people not to fear. Commentators like John Calvin explain this isn't a call to be reckless, but to let confidence in God's power and promises overcome paralyzing fear. The antidote to fear is a robust faith grounded in God's proven track record of fighting for His people.

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Deuteronomy

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Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On Deuteronomy 1:29

19th Century

Bishop

Dread not, neither be afraid of them ... —The reminder that Jehovah went before them did not avail, for they had…

John Calvin

John Calvin

On Deuteronomy 1:29

16th Century

Theologian

Then I said unto you, Dread not. He omits here the address of Caleb and Joshua, since he only briefly states the main points of what he ha…

John Gill

John Gill

On Deuteronomy 1:29

17th Century

Pastor

Then I said to you, dread not, neither be afraid of them .
] With such like words he had exhorted and encouraged the…

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Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Deuteronomy 1:19–46

17th Century

Minister

Moses reminds the Israelites of their march from Horeb to Kadesh-barnea, through that great and terrible wilderness. He shows how near they were to…