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The Seriousness of Preparation
Commentators note that the two-day preparation period was intentional. It wasn't just about getting clean, but about impressing upon the people the seriousness of their own sinfulness and the profound holiness of the God they were about to meet. This extended time emphasized that approaching God is not a casual act.
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Exodus
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Charles Ellicott
On Exodus 19:11
19th Century
Bishop
Against the third day. —There is no special “significance” in this mention of “the third day.” The important point is, th…
John Gill
On Exodus 19:11
17th Century
Pastor
And be ready against the third day
Not the third day of the month, but the third day from hence, this being the four…
Matthew Henry
On Exodus 19:9–15
17th Century
Minister
The solemn manner in which the law was delivered was to impress the people with a right sense of the Divine majesty. Also to convince them of their…