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For that the leaders took the lead in Israel, For that the people offered themselves willingly, Bless you Yahweh.
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Leaders Lead, People Follow
Commentators emphasize that praise is given to God for two harmonious actions: leaders courageously taking the lead and the people willingly offering themselves to follow. Scholars note that the original Hebrew likely means "for the leading of the leaders," highlighting that effective leadership and voluntary, popular support are both gifts from God that work together for victory.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
Render For the leading of the leaders in Israel (the princes), for the willingness of the people (to follow them) bless ye the Lord. See (…
19th Century
Anglican
For the avenging of Israel. —The Hebrew word peraoth cannot have this meaning, though it is found in the Syriac and impli…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
Praise ye the Lord for the avenging of Israel The injuries done to Israel by any of their enemies, and particularly …
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