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God's Glory is His Goodness
When Moses asked to see God's glory, God responded by revealing His 'goodness.' Commentators explain this shows God's true glory is found not just in His power or majesty, but supremely in His character: His mercy, grace, and steadfast love. God desires to be known more by the glory of His mercy than the glory of His might.
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Exodus
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Albert Barnes
On Exodus 33:19–20
18th Century
Theologian
But his request could not be granted in accordance with the conditions of human existence. The glory of the Almighty in its fullness is not to be r…
Charles Ellicott
On Exodus 33:19
19th Century
Bishop
I will make all my goodness pass before you—It is not clear how this was fulfilled. Perhaps, as God announced His name—the Lord, the L…
John Calvin
On Exodus 33:19
16th Century
Theologian
And he said, I will make all my goodness pass. At the outset He declares how far He has listened to Moses; but a limitation is soon added …
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John Gill
On Exodus 33:19
17th Century
Pastor
And he said, I will make all my goodness pass before you ,
&c.] Which is his glory; the glory of the Lord lies in hi…
Matthew Henry
On Exodus 33:12–23
17th Century
Minister
Moses is very earnest with God. Thus, by the intercession of Christ, we are not only saved from ruin but also become entitled to everlasting happin…