The Pulpit Commentary - Leviticus 19:33-34
The command already given "neither to vex a stranger, nor oppress him" ( Exodus 22:21 ), on the pathetic ground that "ye know the heart of a stranger, seeing ye were strangers in the land of Egypt" ( Exodus 23:9 ), is broadened in these verses to the positive law, thou shalt love him as thyself. "The royal law of Leviticus 19:18 is expressly extended to the stranger, and notwithstanding the national narrowness necessary to preserve the true religion in the world, the general... read more
The Pulpit Commentary - Leviticus 19:29-37
The fear of God. Of this excellent things are spoken by Solomon. It is the "beginning of knowledge," "hatred to evil," "strong confidence," a "fountain of life," "prolongs days," and "gives riches and honour." So here— I. IT IS A SOURCE OF PURITY . 1 . To the family. 2 . To the nation. "Lest the land," etc. ( Leviticus 19:29 ). II. IT ARMS AGAINST THE POWER OF DEVILS . 1 . Familiar spirits are more than myths. 2 . The fear of the... read more