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Moses commanded us a law, An inheritance for the assembly of Jacob.

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The Law as an Inheritance

Commentators emphasize that the Law is described as an 'inheritance.' This reframes it from a mere set of rules into a precious, God-given treasure. Like a family estate, it was a legacy to be valued, protected, and passed down through generations, signifying its perpetual importance for God's people.

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Deuteronomy

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Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On Deuteronomy 33:4–5

19th Century

Bishop

Verses 4-5

“[Of] the law which Moses commanded us,
The inheritance of the congregation of Jacob,
When he (Moses) was king in Jes…

Charles Spurgeon

Charles Spurgeon

On Deuteronomy 33:4–6

19th Century

Preacher

Here is his blessing, Let Reuben live. Reuben's great sin had lost him his birthright, yet Moses gives him as much of his blessing as he c…

John Calvin

John Calvin

On Deuteronomy 33:4

16th Century

Theologian

Moses commanded us a law. What he had declared concerning the glory of God and the excellence of the Law, he now applies to himself, since…

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John Gill

John Gill

On Deuteronomy 33:4

17th Century

Pastor

Moses commanded us a law
The law was of God, it came forth from his right hand, (Deuteronomy 33:2) ; it is of his …

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Deuteronomy 33:1–5

17th Century

Minister

To all his precepts, warnings, and prophecies, Moses added a solemn blessing. He begins with a description of the glorious appearances of God in gi…