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For in this mountain will the hand of Yahweh rest; and Moab shall be trodden down in his place, even as straw is trodden down in the water of the dung-hill.
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God's Protective Hand
Commentators unanimously interpret the 'hand of the Lord' resting on the mountain (Zion, the Church) as a promise of His permanent protection and defense. While God's power is active everywhere, it rests uniquely upon His people, providing constant security and care. Matthew Henry connects this to the hands of Christ, which save His people while judging His enemies.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
For in this mountain - In Mount Zion.
Shall the hand of the Lord rest - "The hand" in the Scriptures is ofte…
19th Century
Anglican
Moab shall be trodden down ... — There seems at first something like a descent from the great apocalypse of a triumph ove…
16th Century
Protestant
For the hand of Jehovah shall rest. The design of the Prophet in the beginning of this verse, I have no doubt, was to comfort the godly, w…
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
For in this mountain shall the hand of the Lord rest Where he will make the feast of fat things, ([Reference Isaiah …
With joy and praise will those who looked for the Redeemer welcome the good news of him; and with a triumphant song, glorified saints will enter in…
13th Century
Catholic
O Lord, you are my God. Here, thanksgiving is presented. It is offered for three reasons:
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