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When Aaron and all the children of Israel saw Moses, behold, the skin of his face shone; and they were afraid to come near him.

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The Awe of Divine Glory

Commentators agree that the Israelites' fear was a natural reaction to the supernatural. The divine glory radiating from Moses after his time with God was so majestic and striking that it terrified them. This response of awe and fear in the presence of divine holiness is a common theme in the Bible.

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Exodus

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Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On Exodus 34:30

19th Century

Bishop

They were afraid. —The supernatural appearance terrified them. Compare the feelings of Ezekiel (Ezekiel 1:18) and St. …

John Gill

John Gill

On Exodus 34:30

17th Century

Pastor

And when Aaron and all the children of Israel saw Moses ,
&c.] Who very probably met him at the bottom of the mount;…

Matthew Henry

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…