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All mankind shall be afraid. They shall declare the work of God, And shall wisely ponder what he has done.
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God's Justice is a Public Lesson
Commentators agree that when God acts in judgment, it is not a private matter but a public demonstration for "all men." The purpose is to inspire a universal, reverent fear and awe of God, causing even those who previously ignored His providence to recognize His power and justice.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
And all men shall fear — That is, a deep impression would be made, not only on the associates and companions of the wicked, but on …
19th Century
Anglican
For they shall wisely consider. —Rather, And they understand his work.
16th Century
Protestant
And all men shall see, and shall declare the work of God. He elaborates on the good effects that would result from the judgment carried ou…
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And all men shall fear Either God himself, or his judgments: they shall be frightened at them, learn righteousness b…
When God brings upon people the harm they have desired for others, it is a weight sufficient to sink a person to the lowest hell. Those who love cu…