Deuteronomy 20:2

"When you go out to battle against your enemies, and see horses, chariots, and a people more numerous than you, you shall not be afraid of them; for the LORD your God, who brought you up out of the land of Egypt, is with you."

Key Reflection

This verse reassures the Israelites that even against seemingly overwhelming odds, they should not fear because the Lord, who delivered them from slavery in Egypt, remains their protector and will fight for them. It underscores trust in divine providence and courage in faith.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

The priest -Not the high priest, but one appointed for the purpose, and called, according to the rabbis, “the anointed of the war”: hence, perhaps the expression ofJeremiah 6:4, etc. “prepare ye” (literally consecrate) “war.” Thus, Phinehas went with the warriors to fight against Midian (Numbers 31:6; compare1Sa 4:4,1 Samuel 4:11;2 Chronicles 13:12).

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