Deuteronomy 5:30 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

Go say to them, Get you into your tents again.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Go tell them, 'Return to your tents.'

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

God is telling Moses to send the Israelites back to their homes after they had gathered to hear His voice.

📚 Historical Context

This occurs after the Israelites heard God's voice speaking the Ten Commandments from Mount Sinai and were terrified by the thunder, lightning, and God's powerful presence. The people had asked Moses to be their mediator because they were afraid to hear directly from God. After God finished giving Moses additional instructions, He told Moses to dismiss the people back to their tents.

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