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The name of the Midianite woman who was slain was Cozbi, the daughter of Zur; he was head of the people of a fathers` house in Midian.

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Sin Knows No Social Status

Commentators highlight that Cozbi was not an ordinary woman but the daughter of Zur, a leader described as one of the 'kings of Midian.' This detail, combined with the Israelite man Zimri being a prince, shows that the sin was a high-profile, public act of rebellion. It underscores that sin and God's judgment are no respecter of persons, applying to the elite just as to the common person.

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Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On Numbers 25:15

19th Century

Bishop

Head over a people, and of a chief house in Midian.— Better, head of the tribes (or, communities) o…

John Gill

John Gill

On Numbers 25:15

17th Century

Pastor

And the name of the Midianitish woman that was slain was
Cozbi, the daughter of Zur
On…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Numbers 25:6–15

17th Century

Minister

Phinehas, in the courage of zeal and faith, executed vengeance on Zimri and Cozbi. This act can never be an example for private revenge, or religio…