So Moses brought Israel from the Red sea, and they went out into the wilderness of Shur; and they went three days in the wilderness, and found no water.
Moses led the Israelites away from the Red Sea into the wilderness of Shur. They traveled for three days through the desert without finding any water.
This verse shows how the Israelites, right after celebrating God's miraculous rescue at the Red Sea, immediately faced a new challenge of finding water in the desert.
📚 Historical Context
This takes place immediately after the Israelites crossed the Red Sea and witnessed Pharaoh's army destroyed. The wilderness of Shur was a desert region between Egypt and Canaan, known for its harsh, dry conditions. The Israelites were beginning their 40-year journey through the wilderness toward the Promised Land.
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