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Strength, Not Cruelty
Commentators explain that comparing Israel to a lioness and lion signifies their God-given strength, boldness, and invincibility. John Calvin clarifies this isn't about being cruel or rapacious, but about having the courage to vigorously repel any attack. This strength is a divine gift for their preservation.
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Charles Ellicott
On Numbers 23:24
19th Century
Bishop
As a great lion.— Better, as a lioness. (). Balaam transfers to the whole nation that which Jacob had prophesied of Judah…
John Calvin
On Numbers 23:24
16th Century
Theologian
Behold, the people shall rise up as a great lion. This comparison is not in every respect accurate; for it does not signify that the Israe…
John Gill
On Numbers 23:24
17th Century
Pastor
Behold, the people shall rise up as a great lion
Or rather, "as the lioness" F14 , which, as Aelianus say…
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Matthew Henry
On Numbers 23:11–30
17th Century
Minister
Balak was angry with Balaam. Thus a confession of God's overruling power is extorted from a wicked prophet, to the confusion of a wicked prince. A …