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They journeyed from Mount Hor by the way to the Red Sea, to compass the land of Edom: and the soul of the people was much discouraged because of the way.
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More Than Just a Bad Road
Commentators explain the Israelites' discouragement was multifaceted. They faced a physically grueling journey through a hot, sandy, and barren desert. Psychologically, they were also demoralized because this long detour meant turning their backs on the Promised Land and heading away from their goal.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
The direct route to Moab through the valleys of Edom having been closed to them (Numbers 20:20–21), they were compelled to turn southwa…
19th Century
Anglican
Because of the way— Better, in (or, on) the way. In addition to all the hardships and dangers of the jo…
Baptist
They were not allowed to go through the land of Edom. They therefore had to turn around and go directly away from the land where they one day hoped…
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16th Century
Protestant
And they journeyed from mount Hor. This is also narrated to their credit, that they endured the weariness of a long and circuitous march, …
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And they journeyed from Mount Hor After the battle with the king of Arad, and the defeat of him:
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The children of Israel were wearied by a long march around the land of Edom. They spoke discontentedly of what God had done for them and distrustfu…
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