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Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
Before the hoary head - See Clarke's note on Gen 48:12.
John Gill Bible Commentary
Thou shall rise up before the hoary head,.... Or "before old age" (q), which may be discerned by the hoary or grey hairs upon the head; that is, before a grey-headed man, or an old man, and one was reckoned so when he was of seventy years of age; for so it is said (r), one of sixty years is arrived to old age, and one of seventy to grey hairs. Fagius relates, that according to the tradition of the Hebrews, a young man was obliged to rise up when an ancient man was at the distance of four cubits from him, and to sit down again as soon as he had passed by him, that it might appear it was done in honour of him. And this was not only observed among the Jews, but anciently among Heathens, who reckoned it abominable wickedness, and a capital crime, if a young man did not rise up to an old man, and a boy to a bearded person (s). Herodotus (t) reports, that the Egyptians agreed in this with the Lacedaemonians, and with them only of the Grecians, that the younger, when they met the elder, gave them the way and turned aside, and when coming towards them rose up out of their seat; and this law was enjoined them by Lycurgus, and which Aelianus (u) commends as of all the most humane. And this respect to ancient persons is due to them from younger persons, because of their having been in the world before them, and of their long continuance in it, and because of the favour and honour God has bestowed upon them in granting them long life, as also because of the experience, knowledge, and wisdom, they may be supposed to have attained unto: the Targums of Onkelos and Jonathan restrain this to such as are expert in the law; so Jarchi says, there is no old man but he that has acquired wisdom; but it seems not to be the intention of this law to limit the respect to such only; though it must be allowed that ancient persons, who are wise and good, are worthy of special regard, see Pro 16:31, and honour the face of the old man; who for the wrinkles of it, and his withered countenance, might be liable to be despised. The Targum of Jonathan interprets it, the face of a wise man, which agrees with what is observed before; and so Jarchi, Ben Gersom, and other Jewish writers explain it; and the former asks, what is this honour? he may not sit in his place, nor contradict his words. All this may be applied to elders by office, as well as in age, to magistrates, masters, and teachers; and particularly, as Ben Gersom observes, this may admonish us to give honour to God, who is the Ancient of days, who always was, and ever will be: and fear thy God, I am the Lord; who has commanded such reverence of ancient persons, and will punish for any marks of irreverence shown them; and who is himself to be feared and reverenced above all, being, from everlasting to everlasting, God, and whose name is holy and reverend. (q) "ante canitiem", Pagninus; so Tigurine version, Junius & Tremellius, Piscator. (r) Pirke Abot, c. 5. sect. 21. (s) "Improbitas illo fuit", &c. Juvenal. Satyr. 13. v. 53, 54, 55, 56. (t) Euterpe, sive, l. 2. c. 80. (u) Hist. Animal. l. 6. c. 61.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
19:32 In the ancient world, the elderly and the aged were respected for their wisdom (Job 32:7). Honoring the elderly also honors God.
Leviticus 19:32
Keep My Statutes
31You must not turn to mediums or spiritists; do not seek them out, or you will be defiled by them. I am the LORD your God.32You are to rise in the presence of the elderly, honor the aged, and fear your God. I am the LORD.
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Leviticus - Truth and Evangelism
By Paul Washer2.1K25:14EvangelismLEV 19:32MAT 6:33In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of personal evangelism and shares practical tips on how to engage with others about the Gospel. He encourages believers to be discerning and prayerful for opportunities to share their faith. The speaker also highlights the significance of being respectful and polite when discussing spiritual matters, recognizing that not everyone may be open to hearing the message. He emphasizes the need to listen to others and show genuine interest in their lives as a way to build relationships and find opportunities to share the Gospel.
Some Things I Have Learnt in 50 Years Part 1
By Zac Poonen1.8K52:21LEV 19:32JOB 36:5JHN 17:232CO 9:7JAS 1:26JAS 3:91PE 2:171PE 3:151JN 2:6
This sermon emphasizes four key lessons learned over 50 years as a believer: 1. Understanding God's immense love for us, equal to His love for Jesus, provides security and eradicates insecurity. 2. Embracing honesty before God, acknowledging failures without pretense, is vital for true repentance. 3. Recognizing that God desires cheerful, voluntary obedience, not compelled actions, fosters genuine worship. 4. Treating every human being with dignity, honoring all as made in God's image, reflects true reverence for God and transforms our interactions.
Who Can Stand Against Us (Tamil)
By Zac Poonen1.2K1:01:18GEN 2:18LEV 19:32MAT 16:18EPH 2:20JAS 2:51PE 2:17
This sermon emphasizes the importance of building God's church, drawing parallels between Noah building the ark and believers building the church today. It encourages believers to be like Noah and his wife, wholeheartedly committed to serving God by actively participating in building the church and supporting fellow believers. The sermon highlights the need to honor all individuals, cooperate with Jesus in His work, and avoid destructive criticism within the church.
Guidelines to Freedom Part 5 - Family Life - God's Way
By Alistair Begg1.1K43:12FreedomEXO 20:12LEV 19:32PRO 6:20MAT 15:4EPH 6:1COL 3:202TI 3:2In this sermon, the speaker reflects on the concept of respect and honor. He shares personal experiences of being taught to stand up as a mark of respect for teachers, visitors, and women entering a room. The speaker then challenges the audience to consider their commitment to living out the teachings of the Bible and being radical for Jesus' sake. He highlights the importance of respecting and honoring the elderly, emphasizing that other cultures without the Bible often do a better job of caring for the elderly. The sermon references Proverbs 6:20-23 and Leviticus 19:32 to emphasize the responsibility of parents to teach their children to honor them and the importance of standing up in the presence of old age.
Taking Sin Seriously
By Zac Poonen6431:08:28GEN 4:6LEV 19:32MAT 12:34MAT 12:37ROM 3:182CO 4:4PHP 3:17JAS 1:261PE 2:17
This sermon emphasizes the importance of following the example of missionaries and early Christians who sacrificed greatly to spread the Gospel. It highlights the need for genuine missionaries who are passionate about reaching the lost for Christ, unlike those who come for short-term trips for personal reasons. The speaker challenges listeners to live a life of purpose and impact, focusing on respecting others, controlling the tongue, and being a light in the world by following the footsteps of Jesus in love and faith.
What We Should Teach Our Children
By Zac Poonen53313:01LEV 19:32
This sermon emphasizes the importance of teaching children and grandchildren to fear and respect God, drawing lessons from the Old Testament teachings to honor older people as a sign of reverence for God. It highlights the need for parents to instill a deep respect for God and others in their children, even in everyday conversations and interactions, by keeping God's word in their hearts and homes.
- Adam Clarke
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
Before the hoary head - See Clarke's note on Gen 48:12.
John Gill Bible Commentary
Thou shall rise up before the hoary head,.... Or "before old age" (q), which may be discerned by the hoary or grey hairs upon the head; that is, before a grey-headed man, or an old man, and one was reckoned so when he was of seventy years of age; for so it is said (r), one of sixty years is arrived to old age, and one of seventy to grey hairs. Fagius relates, that according to the tradition of the Hebrews, a young man was obliged to rise up when an ancient man was at the distance of four cubits from him, and to sit down again as soon as he had passed by him, that it might appear it was done in honour of him. And this was not only observed among the Jews, but anciently among Heathens, who reckoned it abominable wickedness, and a capital crime, if a young man did not rise up to an old man, and a boy to a bearded person (s). Herodotus (t) reports, that the Egyptians agreed in this with the Lacedaemonians, and with them only of the Grecians, that the younger, when they met the elder, gave them the way and turned aside, and when coming towards them rose up out of their seat; and this law was enjoined them by Lycurgus, and which Aelianus (u) commends as of all the most humane. And this respect to ancient persons is due to them from younger persons, because of their having been in the world before them, and of their long continuance in it, and because of the favour and honour God has bestowed upon them in granting them long life, as also because of the experience, knowledge, and wisdom, they may be supposed to have attained unto: the Targums of Onkelos and Jonathan restrain this to such as are expert in the law; so Jarchi says, there is no old man but he that has acquired wisdom; but it seems not to be the intention of this law to limit the respect to such only; though it must be allowed that ancient persons, who are wise and good, are worthy of special regard, see Pro 16:31, and honour the face of the old man; who for the wrinkles of it, and his withered countenance, might be liable to be despised. The Targum of Jonathan interprets it, the face of a wise man, which agrees with what is observed before; and so Jarchi, Ben Gersom, and other Jewish writers explain it; and the former asks, what is this honour? he may not sit in his place, nor contradict his words. All this may be applied to elders by office, as well as in age, to magistrates, masters, and teachers; and particularly, as Ben Gersom observes, this may admonish us to give honour to God, who is the Ancient of days, who always was, and ever will be: and fear thy God, I am the Lord; who has commanded such reverence of ancient persons, and will punish for any marks of irreverence shown them; and who is himself to be feared and reverenced above all, being, from everlasting to everlasting, God, and whose name is holy and reverend. (q) "ante canitiem", Pagninus; so Tigurine version, Junius & Tremellius, Piscator. (r) Pirke Abot, c. 5. sect. 21. (s) "Improbitas illo fuit", &c. Juvenal. Satyr. 13. v. 53, 54, 55, 56. (t) Euterpe, sive, l. 2. c. 80. (u) Hist. Animal. l. 6. c. 61.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
19:32 In the ancient world, the elderly and the aged were respected for their wisdom (Job 32:7). Honoring the elderly also honors God.