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The Scent of Acceptance
Commentators explain that God accepting His people "as a sweet savor" is symbolic language from temple worship. It signifies God's pleasure and acceptance, not of literal incense, but of their sincere repentance and pure worship. John Gill connects this directly to the New Covenant, where believers are accepted through the ultimate "sweet smelling savor" of Christ's sacrifice.
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Ezekiel
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Albert Barnes
On Ezekiel 20:32–44
18th Century
Theologian
God’s future dealings with His people:
- In judgment (Ezekiel 20:32–38);
- In mercy (Ezekiel 20:39–44).
John Calvin
On Ezekiel 20:41
16th Century
Theologian
He continues the same sentiment, namely, that the people's worship would be acceptable when those who had formerly been deceived by their superstit…
John Gill
On Ezekiel 20:41
17th Century
Pastor
I will accept you with your sweet savour
Their sins being expiated by the sacrifice of Christ, which is unto God for…
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Matthew Henry
On Ezekiel 20:33–44
17th Century
Minister
The wicked Israelites, even though they follow the sinful ways of other nations, will not mingle with them in their prosperity, but will be separat…