KJV ORIGINAL
And it came to pass, when the ark set forward, that Moses said, Rise up, LORD, and let thine enemies be scattered; and let them that hate thee flee before thee.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
Whenever the ark of the covenant moved forward, Moses would pray: 'Rise up, LORD, and scatter your enemies! Let those who hate you run away from you!'
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Moses prayed for God's protection and victory over enemies whenever the Israelites began their journey through the wilderness.
📚 Historical Context
This prayer was spoken during Israel's 40-year journey through the wilderness after leaving Egypt. The ark of the covenant, containing the stone tablets of the Ten Commandments, represented God's presence among his people and went ahead of them as they traveled. Moses would offer this prayer each time they broke camp, asking God to clear the way of hostile tribes and dangers.
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