But on the morrow all the congregation of the children of Israel murmured against Moses and against Aaron, saying, Ye have killed the people of the LORD.
But the next day all the people of Israel complained bitterly against Moses and Aaron, saying, 'You have killed the Lord's people.'
The Israelites blamed Moses and Aaron for the deaths that God had brought as judgment, showing how quickly people can turn against their leaders even after witnessing God's power.
📚 Historical Context
In the Book of Numbers, the Israelites were wandering in the wilderness after their exodus from Egypt, dealing with frequent rebellions and tests of faith. Just prior to this verse, Korah, Dathan, and Abiram had led a rebellion against Moses and Aaron's leadership, prompting God to judge the rebels by causing the earth to swallow them. The next day, the congregation's accusation against Moses and Aaron reflected their persistent unbelief and refusal to accept God's authority.
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