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Righteous Anger
Commentators explain that Moses' great anger was not a sinful, personal outburst. Instead, it was a "holy ardor" or "zeal for God." He was angered because God's name was being dishonored and the people were on a path to self-destruction. His response—turning to God in prayer rather than lashing out—demonstrates that his anger was rooted in righteousness.
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Charles Ellicott
On Numbers 16:15
19th Century
Bishop
I have not taken one ass from them ... — In answer to the accusation made against him in Numbers 16:13, Moses vindicates …
John Calvin
On Numbers 16:15
16th Century
Theologian
And Moses was very wroth. Although it might be that there was something of human passion here, still zeal for God was supreme in his mind,…
John Gill
On Numbers 16:15
17th Century
Pastor
And Moses was very wroth
Or "it heated Moses exceedingly" F16 ; made him very angry, caused him to burn w…
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Matthew Henry
On Numbers 16:12–15
17th Century
Minister
Moses summoned Dathan and Abiram to bring their complaints; but they would not obey. They bring very false charges against Moses. Those often fall …