Numbers 10:12

"In the second year, in the second month, on the twentieth day of the month, the cloud was taken up from over the tabernacle of the covenant."

Key Reflection

This event symbolizes a significant transition in the Israelites' journey. The lifting of the cloud signifies God's guidance and presence moving forward, indicating that they are about to leave their current campsite and continue on their pilgrimage towards the Promised Land.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

The wilderness of Paran -SeeGenesis 14:6note. The wilderness is mentioned here by anticipation. The earliest halting-places, Kibroth-hattaavah and Hazeroth, were not within its limitsNumbers 11:35;Numbers 12:16.

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