KJV ORIGINAL
I am the LORD your God, which brought you out of the land of Egypt, to be your God: I am the LORD your God.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
I am the LORD your God, who brought you out of the land of Egypt to be your God. I am the LORD your God.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
God is reminding His people that He is the one who rescued them from slavery in Egypt and has the right to be their God.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Numbers, God is giving instructions to the Israelites as they journey through the wilderness after their deliverance from slavery in Egypt. This verse emphasizes God's role as the one who freed them and entered into a covenant relationship with them, reminding them of His authority and faithfulness. It appears in a section where God reinforces laws to help the people maintain their identity as His chosen nation.
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