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Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - Exodus 34:29-35

The transformation that Moses experienced as a result of his close fellowship with God showed in his physical appearance, particularly on his face (cf. Matthew 17:1-3). This change made the other Israelites uncomfortable around him. The evidence of his close relationship with God convicted them. Evidently Moses’ shining face was evidence to the Israelites that he had been in the Lord’s presence and that what he told them was an oracle from God. The purpose of the veil that Moses wore over his... read more

John Dummelow

John Dummelow's Commentary on the Bible - Exodus 34:1-35

The Renewal of the CovenantIn token that the people are forgiven, God renews His covenant relation with them. The conditions are the same as before. The Decalogue is inscribed on two fresh tables, and the main provisions of the ceremonial law are repeated.1. Which thou brakest] There is no reproach in these words. Moses is nowhere blamed for his righteous indignation. He was ’angry and sinned not.’ 3. See on Exodus 19:12, Exodus 19:13.5. See on Exodus 33:19. On the name of The Lord see on... read more

Charles John Ellicott

Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers - Exodus 34:33

(33) Till Moses had done speaking with them, he put a vail on his face.—This translation exactly inverts the meaning, which is that “when Moses had done speaking with them, he put a vail on his face.” The vail became part of his ordinary costume, and was worn excepting upon occasions of two kinds: (1) When Moses was alone with God, either in the temporary “tent of meeting” or in the permanent Tabernacle, he ceased to wear the vail, and spoke with God face to face; (2) when he had a message to... read more

William Nicoll

Expositor's Dictionary of Texts - Exodus 34:1-35

Exodus 34:29 Christians that are really the most eminent saints, and therefore have the most excellent experiences,... are astonished at and ashamed of the low degrees of their love and thankfulness, and their little knowledge of God. Moses, when he had been conversing with God in the mount, and his face shone so bright in the eyes of others as to dazzle their eyes, wist not that his face shone. Jonathan Edwards, The Religious Affections (part iii.). Men of elevated minds are not their own... read more

William Nicoll

Expositor's Bible Commentary - Exodus 34:1-35

CHAPTER XXXIV.THE VISION OF GOD.Exodus 34:1-35It was when God had most graciously assured Moses of His affection, that he ventured, in so brief a cry that it is almost a gasp of longing, to ask, "Show me, I pray Thee, Thy glory" (Exodus 33:18).We have seen how nobly this petition and the answer condemn all anthropomorphic misunderstandings of what had already been revealed; and also how it exemplifies the great law, that they who see most of God, know best how much is still unrevealed. The... read more

Arno Clemens Gaebelein

Arno Gaebelein's Annotated Bible - Exodus 34:1-35

CHAPTER 34 The Result: The Second Covenant and the Glory 1. The command to hew two tables of stone (Exodus 34:1-4 ) 2. The proclamation of Jehovah (Exodus 34:5-7 ) 3. Moses’ worship and prayer (Exodus 34:8-9 ) 4. The covenant restated (Exodus 34:10-26 ) 5. The second tables written (Exodus 34:27-28 ) 6. The glory upon the face of Moses (Exodus 34:29-35 ) The command is given to Moses to hew two tables of stone like the first, which Jehovah Himself had hewn and which were broken by... read more

L.M. Grant

L. M. Grant's Commentary on the Bible - Exodus 34:1-35

THE SECOND GIVING OF THE LAW (vs.1-28) Though the first tables of the law had been given to Moses, they never came into the camp. Thus Israel never was under absolute law. This would have meant death for all Israel. But the Lord instructs Moses to cut two more tables of stone and again come up the mountain to meet the Lord who would write the commandments on these stones. Again, however, Moses was to be alone: neither people, herds or flocks were to come near the mountain. When Moses came... read more

James Gray

James Gray's Concise Bible Commentary - Exodus 34:1-35

THE COVENANT RENEWED MOSES SEPARATED UNTO GOD (Exodus 33:7-11 ) The tabernacle, or tent, here referred to (Exodus 33:7 ), was that of Moses, as the Tabernacle of the Lord had not yet been erected. As the Lord would no longer manifest Himself among the people, it was necessary thus to become separated from them if Moses was to enjoy such intercourse. (Compare 2 Corinthians 6:14-18 .) “The tabernacle of the Congregation” is rendered in the Revised Version, “the tent of meeting,” i.e., the... read more

Joseph Parker

The People's Bible by Joseph Parker - Exodus 34:1-35

Morning on the Mount Exo 34:2 God wishes me to be alone with him. How solemn will the meeting be! Father and child; Sovereign and subject; Creator and creature! The distance between us will be infinite, unless he shorten it by his mercy! Oh, my poor broken and weary heart, think of it and be glad; God wants thee to meet him alone! He will heal thy wounds; he will shed his light upon thy tears, and make them shine like jewels; he will make thee young again. Oh that I might be on the mountain... read more

Robert Hawker

Hawker's Poor Man's Commentary - Exodus 34:31-35

Paul is the best commentator on this passage. 2 Corinthians 3:13-15 . Blessed be God! the vail is done away, in the person and righteousness of Jesus. 2 Timothy 1:10 . read more

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