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When Moses heard [that], it was well-pleasing in his sight.
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A Model of Humble Leadership
Commentators highlight Moses's reaction as a remarkable display of humility. Despite being the great lawgiver, he listened to Aaron's heartfelt explanation and accepted it. Jewish tradition, noted by scholars, even suggests Moses publicly admitted his own error. This shows that godly leadership involves listening, understanding, and being willing to concede a point.
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Leviticus
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19th Century
Anglican
And ... he was content. —He acknowledged Aaron’s plea to be just, and that he himself had spoken hastily…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And when Moses heard [that], he was content . He said no more, he did not proceed in blaming him and his sons, but was sa…
Presbyterian
Afflictions should rather spur us to our duty, than take us from it. But our unfitness for duty, when it is natural and not sinful, will have great…