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They journeyed from Rameses in the first month, on the fifteenth day of the first month; on the next day after the Passover the children of Israel went out with a high hand in the sight of all the Egyptians,

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A Public Display of Power

Commentators emphasize that Israel's departure was not a secret escape. The phrase "with a high hand in the sight of all the Egyptians" signifies a bold, public, and courageous exit. God's power was so overwhelming that the Egyptians, stunned by the final plague, were rendered powerless spectators to His triumphant deliverance.

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On Numbers 33:1–49

18th Century

Theologian

This list was written out by Moses at God’s command (Numbers 33:2), doubtless as a memorial of God’s providential care for His people t…

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On Numbers 33:3–5

19th Century

Bishop

And they departed ... — In these verses, the departure from Rameses, where the Israelites seem to have been gathered together befo…

John Calvin

John Calvin

On Numbers 33:3

16th Century

Theologian

And they departed from Rameses. I do not approve of the opinion of those who think that the name of this city is used for the whole land o…

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John Gill

John Gill

On Numbers 33:3

17th Century

Pastor

And they departed from Rameses
A city in Egypt, where the children of Israel, a little before their departure, seem …

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Numbers 33:1–49

17th Century

Minister

This is a brief review of the travels of the children of Israel through the wilderness. It is a memorable history. In their travels towards Canaan,…