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yet you in your manifold mercies didn`t forsake them in the wilderness: the pillar of cloud didn`t depart from over them by day, to lead them in the way; neither the pillar of fire by night, to show them light, and the way in which they should go.

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God's Practical Presence

Commentators explain that God's mercy was not abstract but intensely practical. The pillar of cloud provided life-saving shade from the desert sun, while the pillar of fire offered essential light and guidance in the darkness. This demonstrates that even after Israel's rebellion, God's presence was a constant, tangible, and sustaining force that met their most basic needs.

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Nehemiah

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John Gill

John Gill

On Nehemiah 9:19

17th Century

Pastor

Yet you in your manifold mercies did not forsake them in the wilderness Where no supply could be had, if he had cast them…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Nehemiah 9:4–38

17th Century

Minister

The summary of their prayers we have here on record. Much more, no doubt, was said. Whatever ability we have to do anything in the way of duty, we …