ESV Reformation Study Bible – Pr 23:11
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Pr 23:11

23:11 Redeemer. In ancient Israelite society, the redeemer (Hebrew goel) helped another family member in great need (Ruth 2:20 note). The term is frequently applied to God in His saving action for His people (e.g., Job 19:25; Ps. 19:14; Is. 41:14; 43:14; 44:24), as it is here.