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Worship vs. Memorial
Commentators like Calvin and Gill clarify that this command isn't a blanket ban on all pillars. Pillars set up as memorials were permitted. The prohibition is specifically against pillars erected for idolatrous worship, which attempt to give a physical form to the spiritual God, an act He hates.
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Deuteronomy
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Albert Barnes
On Deuteronomy 16:18–22
18th Century
Theologian
These verses are closely connected in subject with the following chapter and introduce certain directions for the administration of justice and the…
Charles Ellicott
On Deuteronomy 16:22
19th Century
Bishop
Image. —Explained by Rashi as a single stone, whether statue or pillar.
John Calvin
On Deuteronomy 16:22
16th Century
Theologian
Neither shall you set yourself up. Therefore, it also becomes clearer what the meaning and tendency of the Second Commandment are.
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John Gill
On Deuteronomy 16:22
17th Century
Pastor
Neither shall you set up any image
Graven or molten, of man, beast, fish, or fowl; the word signifies a "statue or p…
Matthew Henry
On Deuteronomy 16:18–22
17th Century
Minister
Care is taken for the due administration of justice. All partiality must be set aside, so that right is done to all, and wrong to none.
Care…