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They journeyed from Etham, and turned back to Pihahiroth, which is before Baal-zephon: and they encamped before Migdol.
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God's Purposeful Detours
Commentators explain that Israel's 'turning back' was not a mistake but a deliberate, divinely-led detour. John Gill notes that the pillar of cloud guided them off the direct route. This shows that God's plan can involve unexpected turns that serve His ultimate purpose, even when they seem illogical to us.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
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…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
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