For the LORD our God, he it is that brought us up and our fathers out of the land of Egypt, from the house of bondage, and which did those great signs in our sight, and preserved us in all the way wherein we went, and among all the people through whom we passed:
For the LORD our God is the one who brought us and our ancestors out of Egypt, from slavery, and who performed those amazing miracles right before our eyes. He protected us the entire journey and kept us safe among all the nations we traveled through.
The writer is declaring that God is the one who rescued them from slavery, performed miracles, and protected them throughout their entire journey to the promised land.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Joshua, chapter 24, the Israelites are gathered at Shechem for a covenant renewal ceremony as Joshua nears the end of his life. He is recounting God's faithfulness throughout their history, including the Exodus from Egypt, to encourage the people to remain loyal to God. This verse specifically recalls how God delivered their ancestors from slavery and protected them during their wilderness travels and conquests.
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