Behold, he smote the rock, that the waters gushed out, and the streams overflowed; can he give bread also? can he provide flesh for his people?
Look, he struck the rock and water poured out in rushing streams that overflowed everywhere. But can he also give us bread? Can he provide meat for his people?
The writer is recounting how the Israelites questioned whether God could provide food for them, even after witnessing His miracle of bringing water from a rock.
📚 Historical Context
This verse refers to the Israelites' wilderness journey after leaving Egypt, specifically when Moses struck the rock at Horeb to provide water for the thirsty people. Despite witnessing this incredible miracle, the Israelites continued to doubt God's ability to meet their needs, particularly questioning whether He could provide bread and meat in the desert.
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