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Our oxen will pull heavy loads. There is no breaking in, and no going away, And no outcry in our streets.
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A Portrait of 'Shalom'
Commentators agree that this verse paints a picture of 'shalom'—a comprehensive peace and prosperity. This includes security from external threats ('no breaking in' by enemies) and internal harmony ('no outcry in our streets'). John Calvin notes this demonstrates God's fatherly care, extending to every detail of His people's well-being, ensuring they can enjoy His blessings in quiet and safety.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
That our oxen may be strong to labour - Margin, “able to bear burdens;” or, “laden with flesh.” The Hebrew is simply loaded or lade…
19th Century
Anglican
This verse is full of obscurities. The words rendered "oxen, strong to labour," can hardly bear this meaning with the present pointing, since the p…
Baptist
That there be no breaking in, nor going out;
That there be no wolves to destroy by breaking in; and that there be no sheep to suffer…
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16th Century
Protestant
Our oxen, etc. The Hebrew word סבל, sabal, properly means to carry. Accordingly, some understand מסובלים, mesubbalim…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
[That] our oxen [may be] strong to labour To draw carriages, to plough with, and to tread out the corn: or "may be b…
Fresh favors call for fresh returns of thanks; we must praise God for the mercies we hope for by His promise, as well as those we have received by …
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