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God's Visible Presence
Commentators explain that the cloud by day and the pillar of fire by night were more than just divine navigation. They were a constant, visible symbol of God's personal presence and guidance. This undeniable proof of His care made Israel's subsequent rebellion and forgetfulness particularly inexcusable.
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Albert Barnes
On Psalms 78:14
18th Century
Theologian
In the day-time also he led them with a cloud — That is, the cloud was the visible symbol of his presence, and its movements determ…
Charles Spurgeon
On Psalm 78:10–16
19th Century
Preacher
They kept not the covenant of God, and refused to walk in his law; and forgat his works, and his wonders that he had shewed them. Marvellous th…
John Gill
On Psalms 78:14
17th Century
Pastor
In the daytime also he led them with a cloud
Which was in the form of a pillar, and went before them, and the Lord i…
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Matthew Henry
On Psalms 78:9–39
17th Century
Minister
Sin dispirits people and takes away their courage. Forgetfulness of God's works is the cause of disobedience to His laws. This narrative relates a …