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God's Specific Judgment
Commentators explain that God's judgment is not vague but directed at specific people. The Philistines, including the Cherethites from their southern coast, were persistent, historical enemies of Israel. God's declaration of judgment names them precisely, showing His sovereign knowledge and targeted justice against those who attacked His people.
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Ezekiel
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Albert Barnes
On Ezekiel 25:15–17
18th Century
Theologian
The Philistines occupying lands to the south of Judah were a Hamite race (Genesis 10:14), but of a different branch from the Canaanites…
Charles Ellicott
On Ezekiel 25:16
19th Century
Bishop
Cherethims. —The Cherethim were a portion of the Philistines living on their southern coast (1 Samuel 30:14; [Referenc…
John Gill
On Ezekiel 25:16
17th Century
Pastor
Therefore thus says the Lord God
Because of such wretched malice and despiteful usage: behold, I will str…
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Matthew Henry
On Ezekiel 25:8–17
17th Century
Minister
Though one event may seem to befall both the righteous and the wicked, it is vastly different for them.
Those who glory in any other defense…