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The officers shall speak further to the people, and they shall say, What man is there who is fearful and faint-hearted? let him go and return to his house, lest his brother`s heart melt as his heart.
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Fear is Contagious
Commentators explain that the primary reason for dismissing the fearful was intensely practical: fear is contagious. One soldier's panic, described with imagery of a 'melting heart,' could quickly spread and demoralize the entire army. This rule was a pragmatic measure to protect the fighting force's morale and unity.
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Deuteronomy
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19th Century
Anglican
And the officers. —The shôterim of Deuteronomy 16:18; the civil magistrates apparently. The organization of Israel was no…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And the officers shall speak further to the people According to Maimonides F14, the priest the anointed o…
Presbyterian
In the wars in which Israel engaged according to the will of God, they could expect Divine assistance. The Lord was to be their only confidence. In…
