Exodus 13:17
“And it came to pass, when Pharaoh had let the people go, that God led them not through the way of the land of the Philistines, although that was near; for God said, Lest peradventure the people repent when they see war, and they return to Egypt:”
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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
And it came to pass, when Pharaoh had let the people go,.... Gave them leave to depart out of Egypt, and even urged them…
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
God led them not through the way of the land of the Philistines, etc. - Had the Israelites been obliged to commence…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–1714Exodus 13:17-22
Here is, I. The choice God made of their way, Exo 13:17, Exo 13:18. He was their guide. Moses gave them direction but as…
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