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and set him before Eleazar the priest, and before all the congregation; and give him a charge in their sight.
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Public and Accountable
Commentators explain that Joshua's commissioning was intentionally public, taking place "before Eleazar the priest, and before all the congregation." This public ceremony served as a formal transfer of authority, ensuring the people would witness it and officially acknowledge Joshua as their new leader, establishing accountability from the start.
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19th Century
Anglican
And give him a charge ... — Compare to Deuteronomy 31:23, And he gave Joshua the son of Nun a charge, and said, Be strong and …
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And set him before Eleazar the priest, and before all the congregation Declaring befo…
Presbyterian
Envious spirits do not love their successors, but Moses was not one of these. We should concern ourselves, both in our prayers and in our efforts, …
