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Yahweh hardened the heart of Pharaoh king of Egypt, and he pursued after the children of Israel; for the children of Israel went out with a high hand.
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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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19th Century
Anglican
The children of Israel went out. —Rather, were going out.
With an high hand —i.e., confidently, bo…
Baptist
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…
16th Century
Protestant
And the children of Israel went out.153 Moses indirectly rebukes their excessive security, which had freed them completely from…
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And the Lord hardened the heart of Pharaoh king of Egypt As he said he would, (Exodus 14:4),
Presbyterian
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…
