Verse 20
20. Angels A designation of an order of beings, not an office, as messengers. Compare the call upon angels, Psalms 29:1-2; Psalms 148:2. The call is grounded in our fellowship with them. Hebrews 12:22-23. If the doctrine of archangels was thus early understood, as in later times, (see Daniel 8:16; Daniel 9:21; Daniel 10:13; Daniel 10:21; comp. Luke 1:19; Revelation 8:2; Revelation 12:7; Tob 12:15 ,) the following descriptions might well apply to them.
Excel in strength Hebrew, Mighty of strength. The word mighty, (English version, “excel,”) denotes the highest reach of finite “strength,” skill, and endurance, such as, when applied to man, distinguishes the hero-warrior.
That do his commandments That execute his word. They are the executive messengers of God.
Hearkening unto the voice Denoting both attentiveness to learn, and promptness to execute. “ As soon as they hear the voice of God they promptly obey.” Hammond. An example to us.
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