This is the Lord's doing; it is marvelous in our eyes. This fresh elevation of Israel to importance—especially to such great importance—can only be attributed to the work of Divine providence. It is "the Lord's doing"—literally, "from the Lord"—and is one of the most marvelous events of history.
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Psalms 118:23
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