Exodus 14:11

"When Pharaoh came near, the children of Israel lifted up their eyes, and behold, the Egyptians were marching after them; and they were very afraid. The children of Israel cried out to the LORD."

Key Reflection

The children of Israel's fear and cry for help to the Lord illustrate their dependence on divine intervention in times of crisis, highlighting how faith and trust in God can overcome the daunting presence of a formidable enemy. This moment foreshadows both God’s powerful deliverance and the ongoing need for Israel to rely on His protection and guidance.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

No graves in Egypt -This bitter taunt was probably suggested by the vast extent of cemeteries in Egypt, which might not improperly be called the land of tombs.

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