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They took all the spoil, and all the prey, both of man and of animal.
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Obedience Over Greed
John Calvin highlights the remarkable character of the Israelite soldiers. By bringing all the plunder to Moses and Eleazar, they demonstrated their submission and lack of greed. Instead of claiming the spoils for themselves, they trusted God's leadership to distribute everything justly, showing a heart of obedience rather than self-interest.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
The “prey” refers to the captives and livestock: the “spoil” to the ornaments and other effects.
16th Century
Protestant
And they took all the spoil. It was a sign both of their disinterestedness and modesty that they brought the spoils, which they had taken …
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And they took all the spoil In their cities and castles; and all the prey, both of men and of beasts; all sorts of c…
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