KJV ORIGINAL
And the cloud of the LORD was upon them by day, when they went out of the camp.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
The Lord's cloud covered them during the day as they left their camp.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
God is showing His protective presence over the Israelites as they traveled through the wilderness during the day.
📚 Historical Context
This verse describes the Israelites' journey through the wilderness after leaving Mount Sinai, where they had received the Law. God had provided a visible sign of His presence - a cloud by day and a pillar of fire by night - to guide and protect them during their 40-year journey to the Promised Land. This divine cloud served as both a guide for direction and a shield from the harsh desert sun.
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