And ye said, Behold, the LORD our God hath shewed us his glory and his greatness, and we have heard his voice out of the midst of the fire: we have seen this day that God doth talk with man, and he liveth.
And you said, 'Look, the LORD our God has shown us his glory and his greatness, and we have heard his voice speaking from the middle of the fire. We have seen today that God can speak with people, and they can survive it.'
The writer is recounting how the Israelites were amazed that they could hear God's voice directly and still live, realizing that God actually communicates with human beings.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Deuteronomy, Moses is retelling the events at Mount Sinai where God dramatically revealed Himself to the Israelites through fire and thunder, as part of reaffirming the covenant. The people had just heard God's voice delivering the Ten Commandments, which overwhelmed them with fear and awe, leading them to recognize His unmatched power. This moment served as a foundational experience for the Israelites, underscoring God's direct interaction with humanity despite their unworthiness.
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