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Changed by His Presence
Commentators explain that Moses' face literally shone with a divine radiance, a physical reflection of the glory he witnessed while speaking with God. This wasn't just a historical curiosity; scholars see it as a principle that close, spiritual communion with God changes a person, putting a 'luster' on their character that points others to God. Moses himself was unaware of the change, highlighting his humility and focus on God.
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Exodus
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Albert Barnes
On Exodus 34:29
18th Century
Theologian
The two tables of testimony - ().
The skin of his face shone - (). The brightness of the Eternal Glory, though Moses had witne…
Charles Ellicott
On Exodus 34:29
19th Century
Bishop
THE DESCENT OF MOSES FROM MOUNT SINAI WITH THE SECOND TABLES.
The skin of his face shone. —That an actual p…
John Calvin
On Exodus 34:29
16th Century
Theologian
And it came to pass when Moses came down. Another remarkable honor given to the Law is narrated here, namely, that the brightness of the h…
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John Gill
On Exodus 34:29
17th Century
Pastor
And it came to pass, when Moses came down Mount Sinai,
&c.] Which was on the day of atonement, according to Jarchi, …
Matthew Henry
On Exodus 34:28–35
17th Century
Minister
Near and spiritual communion with God improves the graces of a renewed and holy character. Serious godliness puts a luster on a person's countenanc…