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A Unique Act, Not a Model
Scholars strongly caution against using Phinehas's act as a justification for personal vengeance or religious vigilantism. Commentators like John Calvin and Matthew Henry explain this was a unique, extraordinary case where Phinehas was guided by a special inspiration from God. It is not a general rule for believers, who are called to act with prudence and within the bounds of their calling.
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Charles Ellicott
On Numbers 25:7
19th Century
Bishop
And when Phinehas, the son of Eleazar, the son of Aaron the priest ... — In accordance with this punctuation, the designation …
John Calvin
On Numbers 25:7
16th Century
Theologian
And when Phinehas, the son of Eleazar. The courage of Phinehas is celebrated. While the others were hesitating, he, inflamed with holy zea…
John Gill
On Numbers 25:7
17th Century
Pastor
And when Phinehas, the son of Eleazar, the son of Aaron the
priest, saw it
Saw the ma…
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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…