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You shall say before Yahweh your God, I have put away the holy things out of my house, and also have given them to the Levite, and to the sojourner, to the fatherless, and to the widow, according to all your commandment which you have commanded me: I have not transgressed any of your commandments, neither have I forgotten them:

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A Declaration of Integrity

The Israelite's statement was a formal declaration of complete and conscientious obedience. Commentators note the strong language used, implying a thorough 'clearing out' of all holy portions from one's house. The person affirms they have not only avoided willful transgression but have also not forgotten their duties, showing a commitment to exact and punctual faithfulness before God.

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Deuteronomy

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Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On Deuteronomy 26:12–15

19th Century

Bishop

Deuteronomy 26:12–15. DECLARATION OF THE TITHE.

When you have made an end. —The time …

John Gill

John Gill

On Deuteronomy 26:13

17th Century

Pastor

Then you shall say before the Lord your God
Make the following declaration as in his presence; for this was not made…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Deuteronomy 26:12–15

17th Century

Minister

How can the earth yield its increase, or, if it does, what comfort can we take in it, unless with it our God gives us his blessing? All this repres…