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The Power of Shared Burdens
Commentators emphasize that even a great leader like Moses grew weary and needed help. Aaron and Hur supporting his arms illustrates a vital principle: believers are meant to support one another. As Matthew Henry notes, we should not be shy about asking for help or offering it to others, especially in the demanding work of prayer and spiritual service.
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Exodus
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Albert Barnes
On Exodus 17:12
18th Century
Theologian
Until the going down of the sun - The length of this first great battle indicates the strength and obstinacy of the assailants. It …
Charles Ellicott
On Exodus 17:12
19th Century
Bishop
Moses’ hands were heavy. —Moses writes with a clear remembrance of his feelings at the time. His hands, long stretched to heaven, …
John Gill
On Exodus 17:12
17th Century
Pastor
But Moses's hands were heavy
And hung down through weariness, holding up the rod first in one hand, and then in anot…
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Matthew Henry
On Exodus 17:8–16
17th Century
Minister
Israel engaged with Amalek in their own necessary defense. God makes his people able and calls them to various services for the good of his church.…