Olney Hymns · Character

The Jews

The people of Israel, often referenced in the context of the Old Testament and the Gospels.

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Also known as Jews, the Jews survey'd

The Jews shows up with force in Manna Hoarded. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Referred to as 'favour'd Israel' who received the manna daily.

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In Manna Hoarded: Referred to as 'favour'd Israel' who received the manna daily. Later, in Gideon's Fleece: Israel, who once received the…

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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.

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Manna Hoarded
Referred to as 'favour'd Israel' who received the manna daily.
Gideon's Fleece
Israel, who once received the heavenly dew but is now left dry and empty.
The Good Samaritan
Mentioned as those who despise Samaritans, illustrating the cultural context of the parable.
109: Father, Forgive Them
Those who abused and crucified Christ, symbolizing humanity's rejection of him.
The Death of Stephen
The adversaries who survey Stephen with malice and carry out his stoning.
Deuteronomy 33:26, 29
The people of Israel, described as happy and saved by the Lord, secured from foes and harms.

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