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The Rock Was Christ
All three commentators emphasize the New Testament teaching that this rock was a type of Christ (1 Corinthians 10:4). Just as the rock was struck to provide life-giving water for the people, Christ was 'smitten' for our sins. From Him, the true Rock, flow the abundant waters of grace and the Holy Spirit, freely given to refresh our souls in the wilderness of this world.
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Exodus
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Albert Barnes
On Exodus 17:6
18th Century
Theologian
The rock in Horeb - (a rock situated, according to Arab tradition, in Wady Feiran. Horeb was a name given to the whole desert of Sinai and s…
John Gill
On Exodus 17:6
17th Century
Pastor
Behold, I will stand before thee there upon the rock in Horeb ,
&c.] Or "upon that rock" F11 , a particul…
Matthew Henry
On Exodus 17:1–7
17th Century
Minister
The children of Israel journeyed according to the commandment of the Lord, led by the pillar of cloud and fire, yet they came to a place where ther…