Mercy and truth; righteousness and peace. Note, four virtues stand out
prominently in the incarnation; namely, mercy, truth, righteousness and peace,
or love producing peace. These were like four steps of the throne of Christ, or
four princes standing near and accompanying Him.
On the right hand, is mercy
presenting the olive.
On the left, truth holding the white lily.
Before
Him walks justice bearing the balance.
Peace follows Him, having a
cornucopiae full of flowers, and scattering the flowers around.
~Le Blanc.
This is a remarkable text, and much has been said on it; but there is a
beauty in it which, I think, has not been noticed. Mercy and peace are on one
side; truth and righteousness on the other. Truth requires righteousness; mercy
calls for peace. They meet together on the way; one going to make inquisition
for sin, the other to plead for reconciliation. Having met, their differences on
certain considerations, not here particularly mentioned, are adjusted; and their
mutual claims blended together in one common interest; on which peace and
righteousness immediately embrace. Thus, righteousness is given to truth, and
peace is given to mercy. Now, where did these meet? In Christ Jesus. When were
they reconciled? When he poured out his life on Calvary.
~ Adam Clarke.
I enjoyed this text and the commentaries on it. I really enjoyed these two. Hope you enjoy also.
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