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It was so, when the days of their feasting had run their course, that Job sent and sanctified them, and rose up early in the morning, and offered burnt offerings according to the number of them all. For Job said, "It may be that my sons have sinned, and renounced God in their hearts." Thus did Job continually.
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A Father's Priestly Care
Commentators highlight that Job acted as his family's priest, a role common for patriarchs before the Mosaic Law. He didn't wait for evidence of wrongdoing; out of love and concern, he proactively and continually offered sacrifices for his children, fearing they might have sinned even secretly in their hearts during their celebrations. This demonstrates a model of consistent spiritual leadership and care.
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Albert Barnes
On Job 1:5
18th Century
Theologian
And it was so, when the days of their feasting were gone about - Dr. Good renders this, “as the days of such banquets returned.” But this is…
Charles Ellicott
On Job 1:5
19th Century
Bishop
Job sent and sanctified them ... —The early records of society show the father of the family acting as the priest. This is one of …
Charles Spurgeon
On Job 1:5
19th Century
Preacher
And it was so, when the days of their feasting were gone about, that Job sent and sanctified them, and rose up early in the morning, and offere…
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John Gill
On Job 1:5
17th Century
Pastor
And it was so, when the days of their feasting were gone about ,
etc.] When they had been at each other's houses in …
Matthew Henry
On Job 1:1–5
17th Century
Minister
Job was prosperous, and yet pious. Though it is hard and rare, it is not impossible for a rich man to enter into the kingdom of heaven. By God's gr…