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The Danger of Complacency
Commentators highlight that the warning applies after Israel has been 'long in the land.' Charles Ellicott notes the Hebrew word suggests they will 'slumber,' indicating that long-term prosperity can lead to spiritual complacency. This comfort can cause true faith to be replaced by a more conventional religion that ultimately turns from God to idols.
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Deuteronomy
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Albert Barnes
On Deuteronomy 4:25–28
18th Century
Theologian
Compare with these verses Leviticus 26:33-40, and Deuteronomy 28:64 and following.
Charles Ellicott
On Deuteronomy 4:25
19th Century
Bishop
Shall have remained long. —Literally, shall slumber— a very suggestive expression. Prosperity often sends true religion t…
John Calvin
On Deuteronomy 4:25
16th Century
Theologian
When thou shalt beget children, and children’s children. Although at the outset he only refers to idolatry, yet, because he from there tak…
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John Gill
On Deuteronomy 4:25
17th Century
Pastor
When you shall beget children, and children's children
Children and grandchildren, and several ages and generations …
Matthew Henry
On Deuteronomy 4:24–40
17th Century
Minister
Moses urged the greatness, glory, and goodness of God. If we considered what a God he is with whom we have to do, we would surely be conscientious …