Exodus · Chapter 13 King James Version

Exodus 13:17

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The Scripture

(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:
Chapter overview (whole chapter)

In this chapter the Israelites are instructed to observe the Passover and remain with the Lord’s presence as they prepare to leave Egypt. The people are told to follow the cloud that leads them, showing God’s guidance and the promise of a new covenant.

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