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The rich and the poor have this in common: Yahweh is the maker of them all.
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A Common Creator
All commentators agree that this verse's primary message is the shared humanity of all people. Because Jehovah is the "maker of them all," both rich and poor possess a common dignity that transcends any economic or social distinction. This shared origin forms the basis for mutual respect.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
Compare the margin reference. Another recognition of the oneness of a common humanity, overriding all distinctions of rank.
19th Century
Anglican
The rich and poor meet together.— Are thrown together in the world in order to aid each other in the path through life, rememberin…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
The rich and poor meet together In an hostile way, as some; they rush upon one another; the rich despise the poor, and th…
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