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Barnes' Notes on Exodus 17:2

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Albert Barnes (1798–1870) · 19th-century historical commentary
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Tempt the Lord - It is a general characteristic of the Israelites that the miracles, which met each need as it arose, failed to produce a habit of faith: but the severity of the trial, the faintness and anguish of thirst in the burning desert, must not be overlooked in appreciating their conduct. return to 'Top of Page'
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