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Rescue the weak and needy. Deliver them out of the hand of the wicked."
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Justice is Active Rescue
Commentators emphasize that this verse commands more than passive fairness; it demands active intervention. Leaders are called to proactively 'rescue' and 'deliver' the vulnerable from the schemes and power of the wicked. Albert Barnes notes this is not showing partiality but is the very definition of doing justice.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
Deliver the poor and needy - That is, Deliver them from the power and the arts of those who would oppress and wrong them. This woul…
19th Century
Anglican
These verses contain the rebuke addressed by the supreme judge to those abusing the judicial office and function.
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
Deliver the poor and needy From his adversary and oppressor, who is mightier than he, and draws him to the judgment …
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