Summary

Describes a significant interaction between God and Moses, focusing on God's presence with the Israelites.

Key Points

• God instructs Moses to lead the Israelites to the Promised Land, but He will not go with them due to their stubbornness (Exodus 33:1-3).

• The Israelites mourn and remove their ornaments as a sign of repentance (Exodus 33:4-6).

• Moses sets up the Tent of Meeting outside the camp, where he speaks with God face to face (Exodus 33:7-11).

• Moses intercedes for the people, asking God to go with them and show His favor (Exodus 33:12-16).

• God agrees to Moses' request, promising His presence will go with them and give them rest (Exodus 33:17).

• Moses asks to see God's glory, and God agrees to show His goodness but not His face (Exodus 33:18-23).