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The humble also shall increase their joy in Yahweh, and the poor among men shall rejoice in the Holy One of Israel.
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Who Are the Meek and Poor?
Commentators explain that the "meek" and "poor" are not simply those without money, but the oppressed, afflicted, and humble who remain faithful to God through their trials. Their joy increases because they will witness God's justice, the punishment of their oppressors, and His direct protection over them.
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Isaiah
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18th Century
Presbyterian
The meek - The word ‘meek’ usually refers to those who are patient in the reception of injuries, but the Hebrew word used here (ענוים
19th Century
Anglican
The meek also shall increase their joy in the Lord. —A new element enters into the ideal restoration of the future. Men h…
16th Century
Protestant
Then shall the humble again take joy in Jehovah. This is my translation of this passage, while others translate it, “They shall add,” or “…
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
The meek also shall increase [their] joy in the Lord The "meek", lowly, and humble, are such who are made sensible o…
The wonderful change here foretold may refer to the affairs of Judah, though it looks further. When a great harvest of souls was gathered to Christ…
13th Century
Catholic
Woe to Ariel. In this part, he presents a threat against the people or against the city, and this is divided into two parts.
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