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I, Yahweh, have spoken, surely this will I do to all this evil congregation, who are gathered together against me: in this wilderness they shall be consumed, and there they shall die.

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God's Word is Final

Commentators emphasize that when God says, "I, Jehovah, have spoken," the matter is settled. John Gill describes this declaration as an "absolute and peremptory" decree that will not be revoked. This verse serves as a solemn reminder that God's pronouncements of judgment are as certain as His promises of blessing.

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John Gill

John Gill

On Numbers 14:35

17th Century

Pastor

I the Lord have said Determined, resolved on doing what I have declared, and again repeat it; the decree is absolute and …

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Numbers 14:20–35

17th Century

Minister

The Lord granted Moses' prayer insofar as He did not immediately destroy the congregation. But disbelief in the promise forbids the benefit. Those …

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