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They have blown the trumpet, and have made all ready; but none goes to the battle; for my wrath is on all the multitude of it.
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Human Plans vs. Divine Judgment
Commentators unanimously explain that despite Israel's military preparations—sounding the trumpet for war—their efforts are completely futile. John Calvin notes that when God's righteous indignation is set against a people, all human plans and fortifications are rendered useless. Their failure to fight is not from a lack of supplies but from the direct intervention of God's judgment.
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Ezekiel
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19th Century
Anglican
None goeth to the battle. The last thought is followed up here. The people are so enfeebled by their sins that they have …
16th Century
Protestant
Here the Prophet adds that although the Israelites provide themselves with every aid and prepare all things for carrying on the war—indeed, while t…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
They have blown the trumpet, even to make all ready That is, the Jews, when they understood that the enemy was appro…
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Presbyterian
The abruptness of this prophecy, and the many repetitions, show that the prophet was deeply affected by the prospect of these calamities. Such will…
