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A Sarcastic Blessing
Commentators explain that Jotham's words are not a genuine blessing but a sharp, sarcastic challenge. By saying, "IF you have acted rightly... then rejoice," he is ironically highlighting that they have, in fact, acted wickedly and will therefore find no joy in their new king. This shows how scripture can use powerful rhetoric to expose sin.
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Albert Barnes
On Judges 9:8–20
18th Century
Theologian
This fable and the one mentioned in the margin are the only two of their kind found in Scripture. The parables of the Old Testament are somewhat di…
Charles Ellicott
On Judges 9:19
19th Century
Bishop
If you then have dealt truly. —If your conduct is just and right, I wish you all joy in it.
John Gill
On Judges 9:19
17th Century
Pastor
If you then have dealt truly and sincerely with Jerubbaal and
his house this day
If t…
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Matthew Henry
On Judges 9:7–21
17th Century
Minister
There was no occasion for the trees to choose a king; they are all the trees of the Lord that He has planted. Nor was there any occasion for Israel…