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If you see the oppression of the poor, and the violent taking away of justice and righteousness in a district, don`t marvel at the matter: for one official is eyed by a higher one; and there are officials over them.
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Don't Lose Heart Over Injustice
Commentators agree that the verse's command to "marvel not" is a call to not be dismayed or lose faith when you witness oppression. John Gill and Matthew Henry explain that such sights are common but should not cause us to question God's providence. Instead, we are to trust that a higher power is at work.
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Ecclesiastes
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18th Century
Presbyterian
Matter - Rather, purpose (as in the margin, and Ecclesiastes 3:1), referring either to the will of God or to the edict of an oppressive rule…
19th Century
Anglican
The interpretation of this verse depends on the meaning we give to “marvel.” Some interpret it as simple surprise: “You do not need to think it str…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
If thou seest the oppression of the poor, and violent perverting of justice in a province<…
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