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The Danger of Hearsay
The western tribes didn't see the altar; they "heard say" about it. Commentators note this secondhand report led them to assume the worst: a rival altar for idolatry. This serves as a powerful reminder to investigate matters fully before reacting, as misunderstandings can quickly escalate into serious conflict.
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Joshua
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Charles Ellicott
On Joshua 22:11
19th Century
Bishop
Have built an altar. —Rather, have built the altar. As is evident from Joshua 22:28, it was a representation of the altar…
John Calvin
On Joshua 22:11
16th Century
Theologian
And the children of Israel heard say, and so on. There is no doubt that they were inflamed with holy zeal, nor ought their vehemence to se…
John Gill
On Joshua 22:11
17th Century
Pastor
And the children of Israel heard say
Those that dwelt in the land of Canaan, for otherwise, as before observed, the …
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Matthew Henry
On Joshua 22:10–20
17th Century
Minister
Here we see the diligence of the separated tribes in maintaining their adherence to the religion of Canaan. At first glance, it appeared to be a pl…