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Justice Cannot Be Bought
Commentators explain this curse condemns not only hired assassins but also corrupt officials within the justice system. This includes judges who accept bribes to condemn the innocent or false witnesses who lie for payment, leading to an unjust death. God's law fiercely protects innocent life and the integrity of justice.
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Deuteronomy
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Albert Barnes
On Deuteronomy 27:11–26
18th Century
Theologian
(). The solemnity was apparently designed only for the single occasion on which it actually took place.
(Deuteronomy 27:12,[Refe…
John Gill
On Deuteronomy 27:25
17th Century
Pastor
Cursed [be] he that takes reward to slay an innocent person ,
&c.] As an assassin, to murder him privately; or as a …
Matthew Henry
On Deuteronomy 27:11–26
17th Century
Minister
The six tribes appointed for blessing were all children of the free women, for the promise belongs to such (Galatians 4:31). Levi is he…