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The children of Israel again did that which was evil in the sight of Yahweh: and Yahweh strengthened Eglon the king of Moab against Israel, because they had done that which was evil in the sight of Yahweh.
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A Familiar, Sad Pattern
Commentators note that the phrase "again did evil" (or literally, "added to do evil") highlights a recurring cycle of sin for Israel. The specific evil mentioned is idolatry, a direct violation of their covenant with God. This verse marks the beginning of another downward spiral into unfaithfulness, which inevitably leads to divine discipline.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
The “strengthening” Eglon was the special work of God, and because Israel had done evil, etc. Samuel’s comment on the event is to the same…
19th Century
Anglican
Did evil again. —Literally, “ added to do evil.” We find this Hebraism even in the New Testament. “He added (prosethe…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And the children of Israel did evil again in the sight of the Lord Fell into idolatry…
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