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Exodus 32:35

King James Version (KJV)

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— D.L. Moody

Exodus 32:35

Verse 35 of 35

Scripture focus

And the LORD plagued the people, because they made the calf, which Aaron made.

Exodus 32:35 — KJV

Commentary

Commentary on Exodus 32:35

Theological / Devotional

In the day when I visit. It has been suggested that this refers to the declaration that none of those who had left Egypt would enter Canaan (Num. 14:26-35).

The Lord plagued. After the slaying of the 3,000 (v. 28) a plague had broken out in the camp. Even this was an evidence of divine mercy to emphasize the danger of yielding to sin. Though God was willing to forgive His people, if pardon were too easily obtained they would be emboldened to commit transgression again. They must be made sensible to the evil effects of iniquity. Comfort was postponed that conviction might be the more deeply impressed.

In all of God’s dealings with us today we should study to understand His divine purpose and to learn the lessons He designs that we should learn. It is thus that He would develop and strengthen character.

By SdaBc