And Moses besought the LORD his God, and said, LORD, why doth thy wrath wax hot against thy people, which thou hast brought forth out of the land of Egypt with great power, and with a mighty hand?
Moses pleaded with the LORD his God, saying, 'LORD, why is your anger burning hot against your people, whom you brought out of Egypt with great power and a mighty hand?'
Moses is interceding for the Israelites, reminding God of His great love and power that rescued them from Egypt, and asking Him to calm His anger toward them.
📚 Historical Context
This occurs during the golden calf incident when the Israelites made an idol to worship while Moses was on Mount Sinai receiving the Ten Commandments. God's anger was kindled against the people for their idolatry, and Moses stepped in as their intercessor. This demonstrates Moses' role as mediator between God and Israel during their wilderness journey.
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