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Of Asher he said, Blessed be Asher with children; Let him be acceptable to his brothers, Let him dip his foot in oil.

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A Land Flowing with Oil

Commentators unanimously explain that the phrase "let him dip his foot in oil" was a prophecy of extreme abundance. The territory of Asher would be so rich in olive groves that oil, a valuable commodity, would be as plentiful as water, symbolizing immense material prosperity and God's provision.

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On Deuteronomy 33:24

18th Century

Theologian

Rather, Blessed above the sons (that is, of Jacob, and most blessed among the sons of Jacob) be Asher; let him be the favored one of h…

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On Deuteronomy 33:24

19th Century

Bishop

Let Asher be blessed with children. —It can be translated “more blessed than all sons.” Rashi quotes an old saying, “You will not find amo…

Charles Spurgeon

Charles Spurgeon

On Deuteronomy 33:24

19th Century

Preacher

Then he will leave a mark wherever he goes of holy unction. He possesses it himself, and he will impart it to others.

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John Gill

John Gill

On Deuteronomy 33:24

17th Century

Pastor

And of Asher he said
The tribe of Asher, as the Targums of Jonathan and Jerusalem:

[let] Asher [b…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Deuteronomy 33:24–25

17th Century

Minister

All things will be sanctified to true believers; if their way is rough, their feet will be shod with the preparation of the gospel of peace.