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Barnes' Notes on Exodus 14:12

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Albert Barnes (1798–1870) · 19th-century historical commentary
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Let us alone - This is a gross exaggeration, yet not without a semblance of truth: for although the Israelites welcomed the message of Moses at first, they gave way completely at the first serious trial. See the reference in the margin. The whole passage foreshadows the conduct of the people in the wilderness. return to 'Top of Page'
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