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A Tangible Reminder
Commentators like Calvin and Henry emphasize that the fringes were not for decoration but were a practical tool for spiritual remembrance. In a world of distractions, God provided a constant, physical reminder on their clothing to help the Israelites recall His laws, resist temptation, and remain distinct from surrounding cultures.
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Albert Barnes
On Numbers 15:38
18th Century
Theologian
That they put upon the fringe of the borders a ribband of blue - Reader, that they add to the fringes of the borders (or corners) a…
Charles Ellicott
On Numbers 15:38
19th Century
Bishop
That they make them fringes ... — Better, That they make them tassels on the corners of their garments throughout the…
John Calvin
On Numbers 15:38
16th Century
Theologian
Speak unto the children of Israel. I will explain the purpose of this precept more fully a little later, although it is clear from the nex…
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John Gill
On Numbers 15:38
17th Century
Pastor
Speak unto the children of Israel
Whom it only concerned, and all of them, except women and children; for priests, L…
Matthew Henry
On Numbers 15:37–41
17th Century
Minister
The people are ordered by the Lord to make fringes on the borders of their garments. The Jews were distinguished from their neighbors in their dres…