申命記 33:12-17 JC

The Pulpit Commentary - Deuteronomy 33:12

Benjamin, the beloved of his father, is also the beloved of the Lord, and would be cared for and protected by him. Shall dwell in safety by him ; shall dwell securely upon him , i . e . resting on him. Shall cover him. The word rendered "cover" ( חַפַף ) occurs only here; construed with עַל , upon, it conveys the idea of sheltering: he continually is sheltering him. And he shall dwell between his shoulders. "To be between the shoulders" is to be carried on the back (cf. 1... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Deuteronomy 33:12

The blessing on Benjamin; or, safety in the sheltering care of Divine love. Though not without difficulty in some points of detail, the general tenor of this blessing on Benjamin is tolerably clear. It is well known that Benjamin was the object of his father's special love. The expiring lawgiver seems to see in that a reflection of a tenderer and mightier, yea, a Divine love, which, as it had been manifest to the head of his tribe in time past, would also be manifest to the tribe itself in... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Deuteronomy 33:12

God's fatherly interest in Benjamin. The circumstance of Benjamin's birth has a melancholy interest. His birth was the occasion of Rachel's death. If we may argue back from the qualities of Rachel's children to the qualities of Rachel, she must have been a woman deserving high esteem. Rare excellences embellish the characters of her sons. To Joseph and to Benjamin were assigned territory in the very heart of Canaan. In the benediction of Moses we have— I. AN ENDEARING NAME . A... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Deuteronomy 33:12-17

Benjamin and Joseph. The name given to one of these sons of Rachel ( Deuteronomy 33:12 ) would apply to both—"Beloved of the Lord." I. WHOM GOD CHOOSES TO PRESERVE NO FOE CAN INJURE . Benjamin would dwell in safety as between the shoulders of Jehovah ( Deuteronomy 33:12 ). The Lord would cover him all the day long. This is true of every good man. No power can separate him from God's love. No enemy can reach him to harm him ( Psalms 121:1-8 .). Christ's sheep are... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Deuteronomy 33:13-17

The blessing on Joseph by Moses closely resembles that pronounced by Jacob on his favorite son; he solicits for him the utmost abundance of temporal blessing, and the riches of the Divine favor. There is this difference, however, between the two blessings, that in that of the patriarch it is the growth of the tribe in power and might that is chiefly contemplated; whilst in that of Moses it is the advance of the tribe in wealth, prosperity, and influence that is chiefly indicated. "Jacob... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Deuteronomy 33:13-17

The blessing of Joseph; or, God's favor the mercy of mercies. We may see here a reflection of Jacob's blessing, both as in Genesis 48:19 and also Genesis 49:25 , et seq . In Dean Stanley's 'Sinai and Palestine,' pp. 226-250, there is much interesting information as to the correspondence between this prophecy of Moses on the one hand, and the extent of territory, the beauty and fertility of the district, the dignity, valor, and advance of the tribes of Ephraim and Manasseh on the... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Deuteronomy 33:13-17

Royal donations on Joseph. It is instructive to observe with what loving ardor Moses speaks of Joseph. No sooner does he mention this name than his tongue, the ready servant of his heart, gives vent to a flood of eloquence. No good is too great to predict for Joseph. No benediction is too costly for him. The finest imagery that his fancy can invent is employed to foreshadow his greatness. The imagination of the dying saint fondly revels in the prospect of Joseph's prosperity and power.... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Deuteronomy 33:16

The good will of him that dwelt in the bush. God chose a bush of the desert as the medium of his appearance to Moses ( Exodus 3:2 ), which, burning, was not consumed. A symbol: 1. Of Divine condescension . God stooping to dwell with men ( 1 Kings 8:27 ), using humble and despised instruments ( 1 Corinthians 2:1-16 :18-31; 2 Corinthians 4:7 ). The bush, "a neglected manifestation of God." 2. Of indwelling presence . A symbol of the Church, and of the individual... read more

Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Deuteronomy 33:12

He shall dwell between his shoulders - i. e., be supported by God as a son who is carried by his father (compare Deuteronomy 1:31). Benjamin was especially beloved of his father Genesis 35:18; Genesis 44:20; Moses now promises no less love to him from God Himself. read more

Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Deuteronomy 33:13-17

Comparing the words of Moses with those of Jacob, it will be seen that the patriarch dwells with emphasis on the severe conflicts which Joseph, i. e., Ephraim and Manasseh, would undergo (compare Genesis 49:23-24); while the lawgiver seems to look beyond, and to behold the two triumphant and established in their power.Deuteronomy 33:17Rather: “The first-born of his” (i. e. Joseph’s) “bullock is his glory”: the reference being to Ephraim, who was raised by Jacob to the honors of the firstborn... read more

The Pulpit Commentary - Deuteronomy 33:12

The Pulpit Commentary - Deuteronomy 33:12

The Pulpit Commentary - Deuteronomy 33:12

The Pulpit Commentary - Deuteronomy 33:12-17

The Pulpit Commentary - Deuteronomy 33:13-17

The Pulpit Commentary - Deuteronomy 33:13-17

The Pulpit Commentary - Deuteronomy 33:13-17

The Pulpit Commentary - Deuteronomy 33:16

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Deuteronomy 33:12

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Deuteronomy 33:13-17

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