Remember, and forget not, how thou provokedst the LORD thy God to wrath in the wilderness: from the day that thou didst depart out of the land of Egypt, until ye came unto this place, ye have been rebellious against the LORD.
Remember and don't forget how you made the LORD your God angry in the wilderness. From the day you left Egypt until you arrived at this place, you have been rebelling against the LORD.
Moses is reminding the Israelites that they have a history of disobeying and angering God throughout their entire journey from Egypt.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Deuteronomy, Moses is addressing the Israelites as they prepare to enter the Promised Land, recounting their history of disobedience to emphasize God's faithfulness. He specifically reminds them of their rebellions against God during the wilderness journey, which began right after their exodus from Egypt and continued up to their current position. This context highlights the theme of God's patience with a stubborn people despite their provocations.
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