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They shall know that I am Yahweh their God, who brought them forth out of the land of Egypt, that I might dwell among them: I am Yahweh their God.

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Redemption's True Goal

Commentators emphasize that God's ultimate purpose in rescuing Israel from Egypt was not merely freedom or land, but something far greater: to dwell among them. One scholar calls this 'by far the greatest mercy.' The deliverance from bondage was the means to the glorious end of a restored, intimate relationship with God in their midst.

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Exodus

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On Exodus 29:38–46

18th Century

Theologian

(Exodus 29:38) The continual burnt-offering - The primary purpose of the national altar is set forth here. The victim slain ever…

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On Exodus 29:46

19th Century

Bishop

They shall know ... — i.e., My subsequent care for them will prove me the same loving and all-powerful God whose help eff…

Charles Spurgeon

Charles Spurgeon

On Exodus 29:46

19th Century

Preacher

Now concerning this same lamb, we will read in:

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John Calvin

John Calvin

On Exodus 29:46

16th Century

Theologian

And they shall know that I am the Lord. In these words, God signifies that He has not only been the deliverer of His people on one occasio…

John Gill

John Gill

On Exodus 29:46

17th Century

Pastor

And they shall know that I am the Lord their God
By his presence with them, by the blessings bestowed upon them, by …

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Exodus 29:38–46

17th Century

Minister

A lamb was to be offered on the altar every morning, and a lamb every evening. This typified the continual intercession which Christ ever lives to …

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