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God Answers Sincere Vows
When Israel was attacked, they turned to God with a specific vow. Commentators highlight that God "hearkened to the voice of Israel," demonstrating His readiness to answer His people when they rely on Him. This victory was a direct result of their turning from fear to faith and making a commitment to God.
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Albert Barnes
On Numbers 21:3
18th Century
Theologian
He called the name of the place - Render it as: “the name of the place was called.” The transitive verb here is, by a common Hebrew idiom, e…
Charles Ellicott
On Numbers 21:3
19th Century
Bishop
And they utterly destroyed them and their cities. —The meaning of the verb used here is to devote to destruction,
Charles Spurgeon
On Numbers 21:1–4
19th Century
Preacher
They were not allowed to go through the land of Edom. They therefore had to turn around and go directly away from the land where they one day hoped…
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John Gill
On Numbers 21:3
17th Century
Pastor
And the Lord hearkened to the voice of Israel
In their prayers and vows; with acceptance heard, and answered them ac…
Matthew Henry
On Numbers 21:1–3
17th Century
Minister
Before the people began their march around the country of Edom, the king of Arad, a Canaanite, who inhabited the southern part of the country, atta…