And it came to pass on the third day in the morning, that there were thunders and lightnings, and a thick cloud upon the mount, and the voice of the trumpet exceeding loud; so that all the people that was in the camp trembled.
On the third day in the morning, there were thunder and lightning, and a thick cloud covered the mountain. A trumpet blast rang out extremely loud, and all the people in the camp shook with fear.
God is making His powerful presence known on Mount Sinai in such an awesome way that the entire nation of Israel trembles in fear and wonder.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Exodus, the Israelites had recently escaped from slavery in Egypt and were camped at the base of Mount Sinai, where God was preparing to establish His covenant with them. God had instructed Moses to consecrate the people and warn them not to approach the mountain, as He would descend in a display of His holiness. On the third day, as described, the dramatic signs of thunder, lightning, and a loud trumpet signaled God's imminent presence to instill awe and obedience among the Israelites.
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