Yea, forty years didst thou sustain them in the wilderness, so that they lacked nothing; their clothes waxed not old, and their feet swelled not.
Yes, for forty years you sustained them in the wilderness, so that they had everything they needed; their clothes didn't wear out, and their feet didn't swell up.
God miraculously provided for the Israelites during their entire 40-year journey through the wilderness, meeting every need including keeping their clothes from wearing out and protecting their feet.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Nehemiah, chapter 9, the Israelites gathered for a time of fasting and confession, recalling God's faithfulness throughout their history as they rebuilt Jerusalem after the Babylonian exile. This verse specifically references the 40 years the Israelites wandered in the wilderness after leaving Egypt, where God miraculously provided for their daily needs despite the harsh environment. It highlights how their clothes did not wear out and their feet did not swell, serving as a testament to God's sustaining power during that period.
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