And the LORD said unto Moses, How long will this people provoke me? and how long will it be ere they believe me, for all the signs which I have shewed among them?
And the LORD said to Moses, 'How long will these people keep provoking me? How long will it be before they believe in me, despite all the miraculous signs I have shown them?'
God is expressing frustration to Moses about how the Israelites continue to doubt Him even after witnessing many miracles.
📚 Historical Context
This occurs after the twelve spies returned from scouting the Promised Land, with ten giving a fearful report that caused the people to rebel against entering Canaan. The Israelites had witnessed God's power through the plagues in Egypt, the parting of the Red Sea, provision of manna, and many other miracles, yet they still refused to trust Him when facing the challenge of conquering the land He had promised them.
Ask the AI Assistant
Have a question about this chapter or verse? Ask below for a clear explanation.