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Since a commentary is a fundamental tool for the expositor or teacher who seeks to interpret and apply Scripture in the church or classroom, the NAC focuses on communicating the theological structure and content of each biblical book. The writers seek to illuminate both the historical meaning and contemporary significance of Holy Scripture. In its attempt to make a unique contribution to the...

way you came” is a fairly common Old Testament way of saying “be different” or “avoid past mistakes.”35 So far the prophet has been obedient. He has heard God’s word, opposed the king, and rebuffed Jeroboam’s not-so-subtle bribe. Therefore he embodies the ideal of a prophet who stands for truth against those who pervert it.36 13:11–19 At this point a third important character enters the story. A “certain old prophet” hears of the exploits of the man of God from his sons and rides off to find him.
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