Deuteronomy 1:33
Deuteronomy 1:33 in Multiple Translations
who went before you on the journey, in the fire by night and in the cloud by day, to seek out a place for you to camp and to show you the road to travel.
Who went in the way before you, to search you out a place to pitch your tents in, in fire by night, to shew you by what way ye should go, and in a cloud by day.
who went before you in the way, to seek you out a place to pitch your tents in, in fire by night, to show you by what way ye should go, and in the cloud by day.
Who goes before you on your way, looking for a place where you may put up your tents, in fire by night, lighting up the way you are to go, and in a cloud by day.
who led you on the journey, present in the fire by night and in the cloud by day, looking to find a place for you to camp and to show you the way to go.
Who went in the way before you, to search you out a place to pitch your tentes in, in fire by night, that ye might see what way to goe, and in a cloude by day.
who is going before you in the way to search out to you a place for your encamping, in fire by night, to shew you in the way in which ye go, and in a cloud by day.
who went before you on the way, to seek out a place for you to pitch your tents in: in fire by night, to show you by what way you should go, and in the cloud by day.
Who went in the way before you, to search out for you a place to pitch your tents in , in fire by night, to show you by what way ye should go, and in a cloud by day.
Who went before you in the way, and marked out the place, wherein you should pitch your tents, in the night shewing you the way by fire, and in the day by the pillar of a cloud.
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Hebrew Word Reference — Deuteronomy 1:33
Study Notes — Deuteronomy 1:33
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- Deuteronomy 1:33 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Deuteronomy 1:33
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Deuteronomy 1:33
- Ellicott's Commentary on Deuteronomy 1:33
- Cambridge Bible on Deuteronomy 1:33
- Whedon's Commentary on Deuteronomy 1:33
- Sermons on Deuteronomy 1:33
Context — Israel’s Rebellion
33who went before you on the journey, in the fire by night and in the cloud by day, to seek out a place for you to camp and to show you the road to travel.
34When the LORD heard your words, He grew angry and swore an oath, saying, 35“Not one of the men of this evil generation shall see the good land I swore to give your fathers,Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Numbers 10:33 | So they set out on a three-day journey from the mountain of the LORD, with the ark of the covenant of the LORD traveling ahead of them for those three days to seek a resting place for them. |
| 2 | Psalms 78:14 | He led them with a cloud by day and with a light of fire all night. |
| 3 | Nehemiah 9:12 | You led them with a pillar of cloud by day and a pillar of fire by night, to light for them the way in which they should travel. |
| 4 | Numbers 9:15–22 | On the day that the tabernacle, the Tent of the Testimony, was set up, the cloud covered it and appeared like fire above the tabernacle from evening until morning. It remained that way continually; the cloud would cover the tabernacle by day, and at night it would appear like fire. Whenever the cloud was lifted from above the Tent, the Israelites would set out, and wherever the cloud settled, there the Israelites would camp. At the LORD’s command the Israelites set out, and at the LORD’s command they camped. As long as the cloud remained over the tabernacle, they remained encamped. Even when the cloud lingered over the tabernacle for many days, the Israelites kept the LORD’s charge and did not set out. Sometimes the cloud remained over the tabernacle for only a few days, and they would camp at the LORD’s command and set out at the LORD’s command. Sometimes the cloud remained only from evening until morning, and when it lifted in the morning, they would set out. Whether it was by day or by night, when the cloud was taken up, they would set out. Whether the cloud lingered for two days, a month, or longer, the Israelites camped and did not set out as long as the cloud remained over the tabernacle; but when it was lifted, they would set out. |
| 5 | Ezekiel 20:6 | On that day I swore to bring them out of the land of Egypt into a land that I had searched out for them, a land flowing with milk and honey, the glory of all lands. |
| 6 | Exodus 13:21–22 | And the LORD went before them in a pillar of cloud to guide their way by day, and in a pillar of fire to give them light by night, so that they could travel by day or night. Neither the pillar of cloud by day nor the pillar of fire by night left its place before the people. |
| 7 | Numbers 14:14 | And they will tell it to the inhabitants of this land. They have already heard that You, O LORD, are in the midst of this people, that You, O LORD, have been seen face to face, that Your cloud stands over them, and that You go before them in a pillar of cloud by day and a pillar of fire by night. |
| 8 | Isaiah 4:5–6 | Then the LORD will create over all of Mount Zion and over her assemblies a cloud of smoke by day and a glowing flame of fire by night. For over all the glory there will be a canopy, a shelter to give shade from the heat by day, and a refuge and hiding place from the storm and the rain. |
| 9 | Exodus 14:19–20 | And the angel of God, who had gone before the camp of Israel, withdrew and went behind them. The pillar of cloud also moved from before them and stood behind them, so that it came between the camps of Egypt and Israel. The cloud was there in the darkness, but it lit up the night. So all night long neither camp went near the other. |
| 10 | Zechariah 2:5 | For I will be a wall of fire around it, declares the LORD, and I will be the glory within it.’” |
Deuteronomy 1:33 Summary
This verse reminds us that God is always with us, guiding and providing for us, just like He did for the Israelites in the wilderness. He goes before us, showing us the way to go, and seeks out a place for us to rest and be safe, as seen in Psalm 23:2-3. We can trust in His goodness and leadership, even when things seem unclear, and remember that He is our loving Father, who cares for us deeply, as mentioned in Matthew 6:26. By trusting in God's guidance, we can have peace and confidence, knowing that He is always with us, as promised in Hebrews 13:5.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean that God went before the Israelites in the fire by night and in the cloud by day?
This refers to the pillar of cloud and fire that guided the Israelites through the wilderness, as seen in Exodus 13:21-22, symbolizing God's presence and guidance in their lives.
How did God seek out a place for the Israelites to camp?
God's seeking out a place for the Israelites to camp demonstrates His care and provision for them, much like a father cares for his children, as mentioned in Deuteronomy 1:31, where God carried them as a man carries his son.
What is the significance of God showing them the road to travel?
God showing the Israelites the road to travel signifies His leadership and direction in their lives, much like Psalm 32:8-9, where God promises to instruct and teach us in the way we should go.
How does this verse relate to our lives today?
This verse reminds us that God is still our guide and provider, and we can trust in His presence and leadership in our lives, just as the Israelites were called to trust Him, as seen in Deuteronomy 1:32, and as encouraged in Proverbs 3:5-6, where we are told to trust in the Lord with all our heart.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that God has guided me in my life, and how can I be more attentive to His leading?
- How do I respond when God's guidance is not clear or easy to understand, and what can I learn from the Israelites' experiences in the wilderness?
- In what ways can I trust God more fully, even when the road ahead seems uncertain, and what promises can I cling to in those times?
- How can I cultivate a deeper sense of God's presence and care in my daily life, and what practices can help me stay focused on His guidance?
Gill's Exposition on Deuteronomy 1:33
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Deuteronomy 1:33
Ellicott's Commentary on Deuteronomy 1:33
Cambridge Bible on Deuteronomy 1:33
Whedon's Commentary on Deuteronomy 1:33
Sermons on Deuteronomy 1:33
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Celebration of the Passover by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, Pastor Chuck Smith discusses the importance of keeping the commandments of God. He emphasizes the significance of the Passover celebration and how it serves as a re |
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The Humiliation of Manna by George Warnock | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the story of Jesus being led into the wilderness to be tempted by the devil. The preacher emphasizes that this event signifies God's anger to |
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The Reluctant God - Part 9 by G.W. North | In this sermon, the preacher talks about Moses and his encounter with God. He emphasizes Moses' humility and how he was chosen by God despite his own feelings of inadequacy. The pr |
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(God-Centered Praying) 6. Our Physical Needs by Zac Poonen | Zac Poonen emphasizes the importance of acknowledging our physical needs in prayer, as demonstrated by the petition 'Give us this day our daily bread.' He explains that while God i |
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A Burden Under Badger Skins by Allan Halton | Allan Halton preaches on the importance of bearing one another's burdens, emphasizing the beautiful law of Christ where we carry each other's burdens, reflecting Christ's act of ca |
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Our Daily Homily - Nehemiah by F.B. Meyer | F.B. Meyer emphasizes the significance of Nehemiah's role as a cupbearer, illustrating how God can use humble individuals for great purposes. Nehemiah's heartfelt prayers and tears |
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Immersed in the Holy Spirit - Part 2 by Derek Prince | In this sermon, the speaker reflects on their personal experience in the Sinaiya Desert and how the Lord provided for them through a cloud. The cloud not only protected them from t |







