Deuteronomy 24:9 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

Remember what the LORD thy God did unto Miriam by the way, after that ye were come forth out of Egypt.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Remember what the LORD your God did to Miriam on the journey after you came out of Egypt.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

The writer is reminding the Israelites to remember God's judgment on Miriam as a warning about the consequences of rebellion and gossip.

📚 Historical Context

In the book of Numbers, shortly after the Israelites escaped from Egypt and were journeying through the wilderness, Miriam and her brother Aaron criticized Moses for marrying a Cushite woman and questioned his unique role as God's chosen leader. God responded by striking Miriam with leprosy as a direct punishment for her rebellion and lack of respect toward His appointed prophet. This event was later referenced in Deuteronomy to remind the Israelites of God's swift justice and protection of His servants.

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