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Barnes' Notes on Exodus 8:19

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Albert Barnes (1798–1870) · 19th-century historical commentary
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The finger of God - This expression is thoroughly Egyptian; it need not imply that the magicians recognized Yahweh, the God who performed the marvel. They may possibly have referred it to as a god that was hostile to their own protectors. return to 'Top of Page'
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