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All the peoples of the earth shall see that you are called by the name of Yahweh; and they shall be afraid of you.

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A Divine Identity

Commentators explain that being "called by the name of the Lord" signifies a deep, public relationship. It means the world would recognize Israel as God's special children, His people, and His inheritance. This identity wasn't just a title but was made visible through God's tangible care and protection for them.

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Deuteronomy

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On Deuteronomy 28:1–14

18th Century

Theologian

A comparison of this chapter with (Exodus 23:20–23) and (Leviticus 26:0) will show how Moses here resumes and amplifies the…

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On Deuteronomy 28:10

19th Century

Bishop

That you are called. —Literally, that the name of Jehovah has been called upon you.

And they shall be afra…

John Gill

John Gill

On Deuteronomy 28:10

17th Century

Pastor

And all the people of the earth shall see that you are called by the name of the Lord Called hi…

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Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Deuteronomy 28:1–14

17th Century

Minister

This chapter is a very large exposition of two words, the blessing and the curse. They are real things and have real effects.

The blessings …