# 18-22; Ex 13:21,22; 40:38; De 1:33; Ne 9:12,19; Ps 78:14; 105:39|
# Isa 4:5,6; 1Co 10:1; 2Co 5:19; Re 21:3|
This cloud not only enlightened the Israelites, but also
protected them, and was a continual pledge of God's presence
and protection. To this manifestation of the Divine glory,
the prophet Isaiah alludes, when he says, (Isa 4:5,) "The
Lord will create upon every dwelling place of Mount Zion, and
upon her assemblies, a cloud and smoke by day, and the
shining of a flaming fire by night." God is the director,
protector, and glory of his church.
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