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From Bitterness to Abundance
Commentators highlight the stark contrast between Israel's previous stop at Marah (bitter water) and Elim. The move to a place with twelve springs and seventy palm trees is a clear example of God's timely and abundant provision. As Albert Barnes notes, this entire list of travels was recorded as a memorial to God's providential care for His people.
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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…
John Gill
On Numbers 33:9
17th Century
Pastor
And they removed from Marah, and came unto Elim
Which was eight miles from Marah:
and in Elim wer…
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,…