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Else if you do at all go back, and cleave to the remnant of these nations, even these who remain among you, and make marriages with them, and go in to them, and they to you;
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The Slippery Slope of Compromise
Commentators like Matthew Henry point out that this verse illustrates the 'downhill path of sin.' The warning shows how seemingly small compromises, like friendship and intermarriage with idolaters, can lead to adopting their sinful practices and ultimately result in spiritual ruin. It serves as a caution that fellowship with sin often follows fellowship with sinners.
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Joshua
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19th Century
Anglican
if you ... make marriages with them ... the Lord your God will no more drive out. —The common sense of this warning is ma…
16th Century
Protestant
Else if you do in any wise go back, etc. According to the usual method observed in the Law, he adds threats, so that if they are not suffi…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
Else if you do in any wise go back From the Lord and his worship, from his word and ordinances:
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Presbyterian
If we would cleave to the Lord, we must always stand on our guard, for many a soul is lost through carelessness. Love the Lord your God, and you wi…
