And at Taberah, and at Massah, and at Kibrothhattaavah, ye provoked the LORD to wrath.
And at Taberah, at Massah, and at Kibroth-hattaavah, you made the LORD angry.
Moses is reminding the Israelites of specific places where they rebelled against God and made Him angry during their wilderness journey.
📚 Historical Context
Moses is recounting Israel's history of rebellion during their 40-year journey through the wilderness after leaving Egypt. These three locations - Taberah (where fire consumed complainers), Massah (where they tested God for water), and Kibroth-hattaavah (where they craved meat and were punished) - were all sites of significant disobedience. Moses is using these examples to humble the people before they enter the Promised Land, reminding them that God's blessing isn't because of their righteousness.
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