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When Ephraim spoke, there was trembling; he exalted himself in Israel; but when he offended in Baal, he died.
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The Cycle of Pride and Ruin
All commentators agree that this verse contrasts Ephraim's past glory with its tragic downfall. God had exalted the tribe, giving it immense power and influence. However, when Ephraim abused this blessing by turning to idolatry, specifically the worship of Baal, it resulted in its 'death'—a loss of spiritual vitality, national power, and God's favor, serving as a timeless warning.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
When Ephraim spoke trembling - that is, probably, "there was 'trembling'": "Ephraim was once very awe-inspiring, so that, while he spoke, th…
19th Century
Anglican
There is a difference of opinion regarding the construction and rendering of this verse. We adopt the interpretation, When Ephraim uttered terr…
Baptist
When Ephraim spoke trembling, he exalted himself in Israel; but when he offended in Baal, he died.
A modest, humble, trembling hear…
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16th Century
Protestant
Interpreters do not agree in their view of this verse. Some say that trembling was stirred up in Israel when Ephraim—that is, Jeroboam, who was fro…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
When Ephraim spoke trembling, he exalted himself in Israel, &c.] Or, with trembling, as Jarchi: so Jeroboam, who was…
As long as Ephraim maintained a holy fear of God and worshipped Him in that fear, he was very significant. When Ephraim abandoned God and followed …
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