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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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19th Century
Bishop
Head over a people, and of a chief house in Midian.— Better, head of the tribes (or, communities) o…
17th Century
Pastor
And the name of the Midianitish woman that was slain was
Cozbi, the daughter of Zur
On…
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…