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Israel's Confident Exit
Commentators explain that Israel left Egypt "with a high hand," meaning with great confidence, boldness, and cheerfulness. Having been urged to leave by the Egyptians, they were fearless and unaware that God was simultaneously hardening Pharaoh's heart for a pursuit.
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Exodus
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Charles Ellicott
On Exodus 14:8
19th Century
Bishop
The children of Israel went out. —Rather, were going out.
With an high hand —i.e., confidently, bo…
Charles Spurgeon
On Exodus 14:6–8
19th Century
Preacher
They were resolute and brave as long as they realized that God was with them; and the Egyptians behind them were bold and proud although God was no…
John Calvin
On Exodus 14:8
16th Century
Theologian
And the children of Israel went out.153 Moses indirectly rebukes their excessive security, which had freed them completely from…
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John Gill
On Exodus 14:8
17th Century
Pastor
And the Lord hardened the heart of Pharaoh king of Egypt
As he said he would, (Exodus 14:4),
Matthew Henry
On Exodus 14:1–9
17th Century
Minister
Pharaoh would think that all Israel was entangled in the wilderness and so would become easy prey. But God says, I will be honoured upon Pharao…