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Again, they are diminished and bowed down Through oppression, trouble, and sorrow.
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God Governs Both Highs and Lows
Commentators agree that the reversals of fortune described are not random but are governed by God. Albert Barnes explains that God allows people to be 'diminished' to prevent them from taking prosperity for granted and to remind them of their dependence on Him. These changes demonstrate God's constant, active role in human life.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
Again, they are minished...—literally, “And they are made to decrease.” That is—all is in the hand of God. He rules and directs all…
19th Century
Baptist
God has a great many rods, and we experience a great many pains because of our many sins. If only we were saved from our sins, we would not need al…
16th Century
Protestant
Afterwards they are lessened. Before I begin to consider the truths contained in this verse, I must make some brief observations about the…
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
Again they are minished Or "lessened", in their families, cattle, and substance; either the same persons as before, or ot…
What surprising changes are often made in human affairs! The present desolate state of Judea, and of other countries, explains this. If we look out…
