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To: 1010RD

“Awesome and an Ebenezer is a “rock of remembrance”.”

Actually, it means Stone of Help.


20 posted on 09/28/2013 11:27:37 AM PDT by Diapason
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To: Diapason

Not, actually, but also. It was placed by Samuel as a memorial for God’s help in battle. That’s its meaning in the song - a rock of remembrance of all the Lord has done for you.

See here:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eben-Ezer#Historical_mentions

Note the distinction in the two battles. The Israelites treat the Ark of the Covenant as a talisman or magic. In the second, victory comes only after sacrifice.

Read both events and understand the context. Take a look at Ichabod as well for even more insights.


21 posted on 09/28/2013 12:34:34 PM PDT by 1010RD (First, Do No Harm)
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