Deuteronomy 25:17 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

Remember what Amalek did unto thee by the way, when ye were come forth out of Egypt;

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Remember what the Amalekites did to you along the way when you came out of Egypt.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

God is reminding the Israelites to remember how the Amalekites attacked them during their journey from Egypt.

📚 Historical Context

The Amalekites were a nomadic tribe who attacked the Israelites from behind during their exodus from Egypt, targeting the weak, elderly, and stragglers when the people were exhausted and vulnerable. This unprovoked attack occurred at Rephidim shortly after the Israelites had crossed the Red Sea. The Amalekites became a symbol of those who oppose God's people without cause and prey on the defenseless.

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Remember how he attacked you along the way, striking down those who were lagging behind—all the weak and exhausted people at the back of your group, when you were tired and weary. He had no respect or fear of God.

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Saul said to the Kenites, 'Go away! Leave and get away from the Amalekites, or I might destroy you along with them. You showed kindness to all the Israelites when they came out of Egypt.' So the Kenites left and moved away from the Amalekites.

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