King James Version
What Does Deuteronomy 1:45 Mean?
“And ye returned and wept before the LORD; but the LORD would not hearken to your voice, nor give ear unto you.”
Context
43
So I spake unto you; and ye would not hear, but rebelled against the commandment of the LORD, and went presumptuously up into the hill. went: Heb. ye were presumptuous, and went up
44
And the Amorites, which dwelt in that mountain, came out against you, and chased you, as bees do, and destroyed you in Seir, even unto Hormah.
45
And ye returned and wept before the LORD; but the LORD would not hearken to your voice, nor give ear unto you.
46
So ye abode in Kadesh many days, according unto the days that ye abode there.
Commentary
Ellicott’s Commentary for English Readers(45) **And ye returned and wept before the Lord.**—This fact is not related in Numbers 14. It shows the personal knowledge of the writer, and that the narrative is not simply drawn from the earlier books.
Charles John Ellicott (1819–1905). Public Domain.
Historical Context
This verse is found in the book of Deuteronomy. Understanding the historical and cultural background helps illuminate its meaning for the original audience and for us today.
Theological Significance
Deuteronomy 1:45 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.
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